Cisplatin 50 mg intravenous powder for solution
Cisplatin 50 mg intravenous powder for solution Cisplatin is used to treat various types of cancer. It is a chemotherapy drug that contains platinum. It is used to slow or stop cancer cell growth.This medication is usually given by injection into a vein by a health care professional. The dosage is based on your medical condition, body size, and response to treatment. During treatment with this medication, it is important that you take in more fluids than usual and pass urine often to help avoid kidney side effects. Intravenous fluids should be given with this medication. Also, ask your doctor how much fluid you should drink and follow these instructions carefully. If this medication comes into contact with your skin, wash your skin right away and completely with soap and water.
Cisplatin 50 mg intravenous powder interactions
Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor’s approval.
Some products that may interact with this drug include:
- aminoglycoside antibiotics (such as gentamicin, neomycin)
- amphotericin B
- anti-seizure medications (such as phenytoin)
- certain “water pills” (loop diuretics such as furosemide, bumetanide)
Missed dose
It is important to get each dose of this medication as scheduled. If you miss a dose, ask your doctor or pharmacist right away for a new dosing schedule
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