CAPOX

CAPOX (also called XELOX ) is a chemotherapy regimen consisting of capecitabine (trade name Xeloda) combined with oxaliplatin.

Xelox regime operates in 3-week cycles, usually with 8 cycles in total; Xeloda is taken orally twice daily for two weeks, while oxaliplatin is administered by IV on the first day of the cycle; there is a one-week rest period before the next cycle.

Adverse effects

 * Neuropathy
 * Diarrhea