Platipar 50 MG Infusion
About Platipar 50 MG Infusion
Platipar 50 MG Infusion is a chemotherapy medication used to treat various types of cancer by restricting the growth of cancer cells. It works in part by binding to and blocking the duplication of DNA. It is a chemotherapy drug that contains platinum. Cisplatin is used together with other medications to treat ovarian cancer, bladder cancer or testicular cancer. It is injected into a vein in your body.
Common side effects include hearing problems, bone marrow suppression, kidney problems, and vomiting. Other serious side effects may include numbness, electrolyte problems, trouble walking, and allergic reactions. Its use during pregnancy is known to harm the baby. This medicine may also increase your risk of developing leukaemia.
Platipar 50 MG Infusion is usually given by injection into a vein by a medical professional. The dosage prescribed to you is based on your body size, medical condition, and response to therapy. A course of Platipar 50 MG Infusion treatment should not be given more often than once in a month. You may be on a fluid diet for 8 to 12 hours before you receive your medication. During the treatment, drink lot of fluids and pass urine frequently to avoid having any kidney problems. Take extra precaution to make sure the medicine does not come in direct contact with your skin.
You should not receive Platipar 50 MG Infusion if you have kidney disease, liver disease, bone marrow suppression, allergic reactions or hearing loss. Some products that may interact with the action of this drug include aminoglycoside antibiotics, amphotericin B, anti-seizure medications, and nalidixic acid. If you face any difficulties or experience any undesirable effects you should consult a doctor immediately.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.
What are the uses of Platipar 50 MG Infusion
Platipar 50 MG Infusion is used in the treatment of cancer of testicles, which produce the male sex hormones and sperm.
Platipar 50 MG Infusion is used in the treatment of cancer that affects the ovaries.
Bladder Cancer
Platipar 50 MG Infusion is used in the treatment of bladder cancer, which is an organ that stores urine.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.
What are the contraindications of Platipar 50 MG Infusion ?
Not recommended in patients with known allergy to Platipar 50 MG Infusion or other platinum-containing compounds.
Impaired Kidney Function
Not recommended in patients with existing kidney impairment.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.
What are the side effects of Platipar 50 MG Infusion ?
Pain At The Injection Site
Fever Or Chills
Ringing Or Buzzing In The Ears
Swelling Of Feet And Lower Legs
Loss Of Taste
Convulsions
Sore Mouth
Blurred Vision
Nausea Or Vomiting
Loss Of Appetite
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.
Key highlights of Platipar 50 MG Infusion
How long is the duration of effect?
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 24 hours.
What is the onset of action?
The peak effect of this medicine can be observed immediately after intravenous injection.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
This medicine is not recommended in breastfeeding women.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.
What are the substitutes for Platipar 50 MG Infusion ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Platipar 50 MG Infusion , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Cisplat 50 MG Infusion
Zydus Cadila
- Cisplatin 50 MG Infusion
Pfizer Ltd
- Cytoplatin 50 MG Infusion
Cipla Ltd
- Oncoplatin Aq 50 MG Infusion
Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd
- Platikem 50 MG Infusion
Alkem Laboratories Ltd
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any overdose instructions?
It is advised not to miss any dose. If you missed any dose, you should contact your doctor immediately.
Overdose instructions
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.
Where is the Platipar 50 MG Infusion approved?
India
United States
Japan
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.
How does this medication work?
Platipar 50 MG Infusion is a platinum-containing compound. It works by stopping the growth of cancer cells by inhibiting DNA synthesis. This is achieved by producing intra-strand and inter-strand cross-links in the DNA.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.
What are the interactions of Platipar 50 MG Infusion ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Alcohol
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Interaction with Lab Test
Lab
Information not available.Interaction with Medicine
Clozapine
These medicines may further lower the white blood cell count if received together. Any symptoms of fever, diarrhea, sore throat, chills should be informed to the doctor. Close monitoring of blood cell count is necessary. An alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.Vancomycin
These medicines may increase the risk of kidney injury and hearing loss if taken together. Report to the doctor if you experience any symptoms of hearing loss, ringing in the ears, weight gain, irregular urine frequency. An alternate class of medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.Atorvastatin
These medicines may increase the risk of nerve damage if given together. Any symptoms of numbness, tingling or burning sensation in feet, hands should be informed to the doctor. An alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.Live vaccines
You may be at the risk of developing infections if these medicines are taken together. Inform the doctor if you had received either of these medicines. Your doctor may postpone therapy based on the condition.Interaction with Disease
Disease
Information not available.Interaction with Food
Food
Information not available.
References
Cisplatin-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 3 June 2022].Available from:
https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/cisplatin
Cisplatin-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 3 June 2022].Available from:
https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00515
CISPLATIN infusion,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 3 June 2022].Available from:
https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?labeltype=all&query=CISPLATIN
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