CISPLAT 10MG INJECTION

CISPLAT 10MG INJECTION

DESCRIPTION

  • Composition: Cisplatin
  • Manufacturer: Zydus
  • Indication: Ovarian Cancer
  • Packaging: 1 Injection
  • Dosage Form: Injection

PACKAGE

  • 10mg

Brand name – Cisplat

Generic name – Cisplatin

Manufacturer – Zydus

Strength – 10mg

Dosage Form – Injection

Composition – Cisplatin

Indication – Ovarian Cancer

Storage – 15° – 25° C

Overview Of Cisplat 10mg Injection

Cisplat 10mg injection is a chemotherapy medication that is used to treat multiple carcinoma and sarcomas. It is primarily used in the treatment of ovarian cancer. It is also used to treat bladder, cervical, and testicular cancer. The generic name of this medication is Cisplatin. Cisplat is a prescription-based medication that should be injected by a doctor or an experienced nurse only.

Pharmacodynamics

Cisplat is an alkylating agent that functions by adding alkyl groups to the DNA strands causing them to form fragments. As a result, it inhibits the DNA and RNA formation. In addition, it also damages the DNA by crosslinking them and inducing mispairing. As a result Cisplat the tumour formation in many cancers like ovarian cancer or testicular cancer.

Nausea
Hair loss
Vision complications
Vomiting
Swelling of hands and arms
Seizures
Blood in vomit
Increased bleeding
Unusual bruises
Chest pain
Muscle cramps
Tingling of hands and feet
Dark coloration of urine
Dry skin
Diarrhea
Dehydration
Sore throat
Fever and chills

Cisplat 10mg injection is a prescription-based medication that should be injected by a doctor or an experienced nurse only and it is administered intravenously.

Missed dose

It is advisable to avoid missing any dose of Cisplat injection however if you miss a dose consult your doctor immediately.

Overdose

In case of an overdose on Cisplat 10mg, contact your doctor or any healthcare provider and seek medical attention immediately.

Warning And Precautions

Cisplatin can cause an allergic reaction in some patients and therefore it is necessary to read the complete composition list.
Inform the doctor about all the vitamin supplements, herbal medications, and prescription and non-prescription drugs since Cisplat can interfere with them.
It is advisable to avoid pregnancy and breastfeeding during the treatment as Cisplat can harm the fetus.
It is advisable to not only avoid operating heavy machinery but also driving during the treatment with Cisplat.
Inform the doctor about past medical conditions like kidney complications. Also, inform the doctor if you have hearing issues.

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