Cispharm 10mg Injection

Cispharm 10mg Injection is an alkylating agent belonging to the antineoplastic medicine class and contains Cisplatin as its active ingredient. It is indicated for treatment of testicular, ovarian, bladder, lung, cervical, head and neck epithelial tumours, either as monotherapy or in combination with radiotherapy.

Before starting treatment, inform your doctor if you are allergic to Cisplatin or any of its ingredients. Notify your doctor if you have hypersensitivity reactions, myelosuppression (reduced blood cell counts), or hearing difficulties. Do not take Cispharm 10mg Injection if you have recently received a live vaccine, including yellow fever vaccine; inform your doctor if vaccination is planned.

Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms of peripheral neuropathy or nerve damage, and if you have previously undergone radiotherapy to the head. This medicine may affect kidney, liver and blood function. Your doctor may arrange regular blood tests to monitor your blood, kidney and liver function.

Both men and women should use effective contraception during treatment with Cispharm 10mg Injection and continue contraception for six months after receiving the final dose. Cispharm 10mg Injection may cause permanent reduction in fertility in men. Discuss fertility concerns with your doctor before starting treatment.

Cispharm 10mg Injection has been indicated for treating: Testicular tumour Ovarian tumour Bladder tumour Lung cancer Head and neck epithelial tumour Cervical cancer

Cispharm 10mg Injection works by stopping the growth and division of cancer cells. It does this by binding to the DNA in the cancer cells and preventing them from replicating.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious side effects of Cispharm 10mg Injection are: Allergic reactions Neuropathy Kidney problems Severe chest pain Pain or swelling at the site of injection Confusion, slurry speech, paralysis Stroke Common side effects of Cispharm 10mg Injection are: Blood clots in the vein Fast, irregular or slow heartbeats Difficulty in breathing Sepsis Decrease in bone marrow function Decrease in the number of WBC, RBC, Platelets (thrombocytopenia) sodium in blood High temperature Vomiting

If you experience any symptoms mentioned as a side effect, consult your doctor immediately. Inform your doctor immediately if you took any live vaccines inducing yellow fever and other medications before starting with Cispharm 10mg Injection because it might reduce the effectiveness of this medicine and may cause side effects. Discuss your fertility problem with the doctor since, in men, this medicine can cause permanent infertility. So, it is advised to get suggestions about fertility concerns. Avoid planning for the pregnancy. Inform your physician if you have pre-existing hearing conditions, blood disorders, neuropathy, or dehydration. You are recommended to drink a lot of water for 24 hours after receiving Cispharm 10mg Injection to prevent or lessen kidney issues.