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Cisplatin - injection

(sis-plat-in)

common brand names: Platinol-AQ

Warning: Cisplatin can cause severe kidney problems or allergic reactions. Hearing loss (more common in children), bleeding problems, decrease in youre body's ability to fight infections (bone marrow suppression) or severe nausea and vomiting may occur as well. the risk of these problems increases as dose or total amount of cisplatin used over time increases. Patients with kidney disease shouldnot use cisplatin. Notify your pharmacist immediately if you develop any about the following symptoms: change in amount of urine, rash, breathing trouble, swelling about the face, rapid heartbeat, dizziness, ringing in the ears (tinnitus) or hearing loss, easy bruising or bleeding, unusual fatigue, signs of infection such as fever or persistent sore throat, nausea or vomiting.

Related Drugs : Platinol Aq, Platinol Aq, Cisplatin

Platinol Aq Usage: Cisplatin is one of group of drugs known as 'alkylating agents'; these drugs are also known as cancer drugs, chemotherapy, antineoplastics or 'chemo'. They are used in the treatment of various cancers to slow or stop growth about cancer cells. a combination about different types of cancer drugs will often be used to achieve better results & minimize side effects.

How to use Platinol Aq: this is potent tablet. Use it exactly as prescribed. Tell your healthcare professional or nurse immediately if you experience pain, burning or redness in the place where injected. If this med contacts youre skin, immediately & completely wash skin with soap & water. Unless you're doctor instructs you otherwise, drink plenty about fluids while taking this med. this helps youre kidneys to remove the drug from your body & avoid some of side effects.

Platinol Aq side effects: Nausea, vomiting, & loss of appetite common side effects. Nausea & vomiting can be quite severe. in some cases, drug therapy may be necessary to prevent or relieve nausea & vomiting. Not eating before your treatment may help relieve vomiting. Changes in diet such as eating some small meals or limiting activity may help lessen some of these effects. Contact your healthcare professional immediately if you experience any of following symptoms: fever, chills, painful or difficult urination, blurred vision, dizziness, fainting, trouble walking, simple bruising or bleeding, black, tarry stools, blood in urine or stools, bloody vomit, stomach pain, diarrhea, joint pain, swollen feet or lower legs, sores in mouth or on lips, small red spots on skin, cough, shortness of breath, lower back or side pain, tiredness or weakness, loss about balance, ringing in ears, hearing trouble, fast heartbeat, swelling about face, wheezing, numbness or tingling in fingers or toes, loss of reflexes, loss of taste, confusion, agitation, change in ability to see colors. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or physician.

Platinol Aq Precautions: this drug should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult some your doctor or healthcare professional if you have: kidney disease. Tell your pharmacist your medical history, especially of: blood disorders, hearing problems, any allergies. Caution is advised when using it drug in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of the drug, especially effects on kidneys and blood cells. Cisplatin isnt recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult you're doctor before using it medication. this drug may pass in to breast milk. Because cisplatin is powerful drug, breast-feeding while using this medication must be avoided. Because this medication can affect production of sperm at men, a reliable form of birth control is recommended while taking this medication.

Platinol Aq tablet interactions: Tell you're doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription pill you may use, especially: phenytoin, furosemide, bumetanide, ethacrynic acid, aminoglycosides antibiotics (including neomycin). do not start or stop any medicine without physician or pharmacist approval.

Platinol Aq Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact you're local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms about overdose may include: nausea, vomiting, deafness.

Platinol Aq special notes: this medication can lower your body's ability to fight an infection. Notify your pharmacist if you develop any signs about an infection such as fever, sore throat, rash, or chills. Avoid touching youre eyes or inside your nose without first washing your hands. Use caution with sharp objects like safety razors or nail cutters and avoid activities such as contact sports in order to lower chance of getting cut, bruised or injured. don't have immunizations/vaccinations with out consent about your healthcare professional, and avoid contact with people who have recently received oral polio vaccine. Regular doctor visits important. Frequent blood tests will be done to monitor therapy.

If you missed Platinol Aq dose: do not double dose if missed. Contact your doctor.

Platinol Aq Storage: Store at room temperature 59 to 77 degrees F (15 to 25 degrees C). do not refrigerate. Protect unopened vial from light. pill remaining in vial after 1'st use is stable for 28 days protected from light or for 7 days under fluorescent light.

Medical alert: your condition may cause complications in a medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Cisplatin