Cisplatin 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.
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.
What are the uses of Cisplatin?
Cisplatin chemotherapy medication used for the treatment of:
Testicular Cancer
Ovarian Cancer
Bladder cancer
Is Cisplatin a strong chemotherapy drug?
Cisplatin 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 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.
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