Your Guide to Cisplatin: Uses and Side Effects Explained

Cisplatin is a chemotherapy drug used to treat a number of cancers. These include testicular cancer, ovarian cancer, cervical cancer, breast cancer, bladder cancer, head and neck cancer, esophageal cancer, lung cancer, mesothelioma, brain tumor, and neuroblastoma. It is administered by injection into a vein.

Cisplatin Uses

Cisplatin is a chemotherapy drug used to treat various cancers, including:

Testicular cancer
Ovarian cancer
Cervical cancer
Breast cancer
Bladder cancer
Head and neck cancer
Esophageal cancer
Lung cancer
Mesothelioma
Brain tumor
Neuroblastoma

Cisplatin works by slowing down or stopping the growth of cancer cells. It is administered by injection into a vein.

How to Use Cisplatin Vial

Based on medical condition, body size and response to treatment.
Increase fluid intake and urinate frequently during treatment to prevent kidney side effects. Intravenous fluids should be administered with this medicine.
If the medicine contacts your skin, wash immediately and thoroughly with soap and water.

Cisplatin Side Effects

Common Side Effects include:

Nausea and vomiting
Diarrhea
Temporary hair loss
Loss of taste
Hiccups
Dry mouth and skin
Dark urine
Decreased sweating
Signs of dehydration
Rash and itching
Blurred vision
Dizziness and drowsiness
Headache

Serious Side Effects include:

Allergic reactions (blisters, redness, peeling skin)
Restlessness and lightheadedness
Stomach, abdominal and body pain
Swelling of legs, face and throat
Numbness
Reduced white blood cells
Bruising and bleeding
Anemia
Loss of appetite
Kidney effects
Changes in hearing

Precautions Taken For Cisplatin

Allergies: Inform your doctor if you’re allergic to Cisplatin or similar drugs like carboplatin.
Medical History: Discuss your history of kidney disease, blood disorders, hearing problems, and mineral imbalances.
Vaccinations: Avoid immunizations without doctor’s consent and contact with recently vaccinated individuals.
Infection Prevention: Wash hands thoroughly and avoid activities that risk cuts or bruises.
Fertility and Pregnancy: Cisplatin may affect fertility and harm unborn children. Reliable birth control is recommended during and after treatment.
Breastfeeding: Not recommended as Cisplatin passes into breast milk and may harm the infant.

Note

Medical Tests: Regular kidney/liver function, blood counts, and hearing tests are necessary.
Interactions: Cisplatin can interact with other drugs, including antibiotics, anti-seizure drugs, and diuretics. Consult your doctor before starting or changing medication.

Overdose

In case of overdose, seek emergency medical attention immediately.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for a new dosing schedule.

Storage

Instructions: Refer to product instructions or consult your pharmacist.
Safety: Keep away from children and pets. Do not flush medications unless instructed. Discard properly when expired or no longer needed.

Cisplatin Vs Carboplatin

Cisplatin	Carboplatin
Cisplatin is the generic name and the trade name is drug Platinol	sold under the trade name Paraplatin
Formula: [Pt(NH3)2Cl2]	Formula: C6H12N2O4Pt
Molar mass: 301.1 g/mol	Molar mass: 371.249 g/mol
A chemotherapy medication	A chemotherapy medication
Cisplatin is used to treat head and neck cancer, testicular cancer, ovarian cancer, cervical cancer, breast cancer, bladder cancer, esophageal cancer, lung cancer, mesothelioma, brain tumor.	Carboplatin used to treat a number of forms of cancer.
Injected into a vein.	Injected into a vein.

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