Platinex 50mg Injection

Platinex 50 mg Injection is an alkylating agent and antineoplastic medicine containing Cisplatin. It is used to treat testicular, ovarian, bladder, lung, cervical, head, and neck epithelial tumours, either alone or in combination with radiotherapy.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Platinex 50 mg Injection or any of its ingredients. Tell your doctor if you have hypersensitivity reactions, myelosuppression (reduced blood cell count), or hearing difficulties. Do not use this medicine if you have recently received a live vaccine, including yellow fever vaccine. Inform your doctor if you are planning vaccination.

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

Both male and female patients are advised to use effective contraception while receiving this medication and for six months after the final dose. Platinex 50 mg Injection may cause permanent reduction in fertility in men. Discuss fertility concerns with your doctor.

Platinex 50 mg Injection injection has been indicated for treating: Testicular tumor Ovarian tumour Bladder tumour Lung cancer Head and neck epithelial tumour Cervical cancer

Platinex 50 mg 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.

Platinex 50 mg Injection injection is administered as an intravenous infusion into the vein. If this injection is recommended for you, it will be given by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer. Your physician will choose the dosage and administration frequency based on the medical condition because it differs for each person.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Although all drugs cause side effects, not everyone experiences them. Serious Allergic reactions Neuropathy Kidney problems Severe chest pain Pain or swelling at the site of injection Confusion, slurry speech, paralysis Stroke Common 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. Notify your doctor immediately if you have undergone any radiotherapy in your head. Inform your doctor immediately if you took any live vaccines inducing yellow fever and other medications before starting with Platinex 50 mg 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 Platinex 50 mg Injection to prevent or lessen kidney issues.