Cisplatin Injection

  • Medicine name- Celplat
  • API- Cisplatin
  • Pack Size- single-dose vial
  • Strength- 10 mg & 50 mg
  • Manufactured By: Celon Laboratories Ltd
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Description

Cisplatin injection is a chemotherapy medication that is used in the treatment of several kinds of cancer. This includes lung cancer, neck cancer, bladder cancer, cervical cancer, breast cancer, ovarian cancer, brain tumour, testicular cancer and neuroblastoma.

Dosage and Side Effects

Cisplatin is administered with slow intravenous infusion. Cisplatin is not given with Rapid intravenous injection. It comes in dry powdered form and should be consumed within 20 hours after converting into solution. If not used within 6 hours the vials should be removed from light and must be stored at room temperature.

The most common side effects include bone marrow suppression, hearing problems, kidney problems, and vomiting. Some other serious side effects of Cisplatin include numbness, trouble walking, allergic reactions, electrolyte problems, and heart disease. Use during pregnancy can cause harm to the baby.

Warning and Precautions

  • Cisplatin 50 mg should be given once in 3 to 4 weeks.
  • High dose of cisplatin 50 mg may cause severe neuropathy.
  • Loss of motor nerve function may occur.
  • Irregular liver function has been reported.
  • Peripheral blood counts should be monitored weekly.
  • Liver function should be monitored periodically. Neurologic examination should also be performed regularly.
  • Plasma levels of anticonvulsant agents may become subtherapeutic in patients with cisplatin therapy.
  • Patients with Platinol should avoid breast-feeding. It may cause fetal harm.
  • Effectiveness and safety in pediatric patients have not been established.

FAQ's

What are the uses of Cisplatin?

Cisplatin injection chemotherapy medication used for the treatment of:
Testicular Cancer
Ovarian Cancer
Bladder cancer

Is Cisplatin a strong chemotherapy drug?

Cisplatin injection is one of the most potent chemotherapy drugs which is used to treat various types of cancers. Clinical studies show renal toxicity, severe myelosuppression, and much more toxicity after administering the drug in patients.

Is Cisplatin toxic?

Cisplatin injection is a chemotherapy medication that causes toxicity in the liver, kidneys, intestines, and bone marrow. Patients who have a medical history with these organs related are strictly advised not to administer this drug.

What are the ingredients in Cisplatin?

Cisplatin is the active ingredient with other inactive ingredients such as Sodium Chloride and Mannitol.