Platin 10mg Injection

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Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:01 AM (IST)

Platin 10mg Injection is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of ovarian, cervical, and testicular cancers. It works by stopping or slowing down the growth of cancer cells in the body.

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Cisplatin (10mg)

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Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

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Product introduction

Platin 10mg Injection is given as an injection into veins by a qualified medical professional. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.

Injection site reaction (pain, swelling, redness), nausea, and vomiting are some common side effects of this medicine. Hearing problems or ear damage is a serious side effect of this medicine, hence your doctor might get a hearing test both before and during treatment with this medicine. It may reduce the number of blood cells (decrease red blood and white blood cells) in your blood, thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with heart, liver, and kidney function.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor if you have or had kidney disease as the medicine affects the functioning of the kidney. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. It may cause infertility in men, hence they should seek medical advice about sperm freezing before beginning treatment.

Uses of Platin Injection

How to use Platin Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Platin Injection works

Platin 10mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells which stops their growth and multiplication.

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Platin 10mg Injection is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor.
Platin 10mg Injection is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Platin 10mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Platin 10mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Platin 10mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Platin 10mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Platin 10mg Injection may cause side effects such as feeling sleepy and/or vomiting which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Platin 10mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Platin 10mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Platin 10mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Platin 10mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Platin 10mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

Is Platin 10mg Injection an anticancer medicine?

Yes, Platin 10mg Injection is an anticancer medicine that is used for the treatment of ovarian, cervical, and testicular cancer.

How will you know that Platin 10mg Injection is working?

Keep taking this medicine exactly as directed until your doctor tells you to stop. Regular scans will reveal whether your tumor is responding to the treatment. Your doctor will determine when those scans should be scheduled.

Are there any serious side effects of Platin 10mg Injection?

You need to seek medical help immediately if you notice severe allergic reactions like rashes, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, lips, tongue, change in heartbeats, uncontrollable nausea and vomiting, reduced urination, swelling of feet or lower legs, pain in the lower back or side, muscle cramps, paralysis or numbness of the face, arm or leg and unusual bleeding such as bleeding gum, blood in urine or stools.

Does Platin 10mg Injection cause hair loss?

Yes, while taking this medicine, your hair may become brittle and break. You may also experience patchy hair loss or thinning. These conditions tend to resolve once treatment is stopped. Be gentle when brushing and washing hair to manage hair loss.

Are there any precautions for tingling sensation and numbness in my arms and legs?

This medicine causes tingling, numbness, pain, or burning sensation in your arms or legs. Be careful when moving around, as the numbness may make it harder to walk, feel your hands or feet, or increase your risk of falls. Talk to your doctor if you feel these symptoms. You may need to change your dose or schedule.

I have noticed some changes in my skin after taking Platin 10mg Injection? What should I do?

Use a moisturizer to get relief from rashes, dry and itchy skin. Avoid direct sunlight, wear protective clothing, and use sunscreen with (SPF more than 15) whenever you step outdoors. Do not go swimming if you have a rash because the chlorine in the water can make it worse. Avoid hot water bath and wear loose and cotton fabric clothes. Your skin will tend to become better once treatment is stopped.

I am experiencing nausea and vomiting. Is this due to Platin 10mg Injection?

Nausea and vomiting are some of the common side-effects of this medicine. Your doctor might prescribe you medications to prevent you from feeling sick. Your symptoms will be better managed if you take your medication regularly to prevent sickness rather than use it only when sickness occurs. Along with that, eat smaller, more frequent meals to reduce the feeling of nausea. Avoid food that is salty, spicy, fried, or fatty, and drink plenty of water.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Platin 10mg Injection?

Avoid alcohol while on treatment with this medicine. This is because side effects like dizziness and drowsiness might become worse.

What precautions should I take to reduce the chances of getting infected during treatment with Platin 10mg Injection?

Since Platin 10mg Injection lowers the number of white blood cells and platelets in your blood, it puts you at risk of getting an infection or bleeding. In order to prevent, avoid people who have infections. Check with your doctor immediately if you think you may be getting an infection, or if you get a fever, chills, cough; be careful not to cut yourself when you are using sharp objects such as a razor or nail cutters, and use a toothbrush with soft bristles to prevent bleeding from gums.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Platinum Analogs

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI NEOPLASTICS

Action Class

Platinum compounds-Anticancer

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Beta Human Chorionic Gonodotropin,Tumor marker

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Papanicolaou (PAP) Cytology

References

Chabner BA, Bertino J, Cleary J, et al. Cytotoxic Agents. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 1689.
Chu E, Sartorelli AC. Cancer Chemotherapy. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 944.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 279-80.
Drugs.com. Cisplatin Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings. [Accessed 26 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Address: Sarkhej-Dholka Road, Bhat, Ahmedabad-382 210, INDIA.

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Country of origin: India

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Platin 10mg Injection

General Information

Contains

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Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Platin Injection

How to use Platin Injection

How Platin Injection works

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

Is Platin 10mg Injection an anticancer medicine?

How will you know that Platin 10mg Injection is working?

Are there any serious side effects of Platin 10mg Injection?

Does Platin 10mg Injection cause hair loss?

Are there any precautions for tingling sensation and numbness in my arms and legs?

I have noticed some changes in my skin after taking Platin 10mg Injection? What should I do?

I am experiencing nausea and vomiting. Is this due to Platin 10mg Injection?

Can I drink alcohol while taking Platin 10mg Injection?

What precautions should I take to reduce the chances of getting infected during treatment with Platin 10mg Injection?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Beta Human Chorionic Gonodotropin,Tumor marker

Human Papilloma Virus

Papanicolaou (PAP) Cytology

References

Patient concerns

Sir my brother have skin cancer can you do something for save his life ??

How we can find out parient is CA and which report we can do for know the patient is CA

Want to know more

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