DuplatInjectionSamarth Pharma Pvt. Ltd. Generic : Cisplatin | ![]() |
Cisplatin(Platinol) generic Duplat is a platinum-based chemotherapy agent, prescribed for ovarian cancer, bladder cancer and metastatic testicular tumors either alone or with other medications. It stops cancer cell growth.
More Info about Cisplatin
• Toxic effects :
Nephrotoxicity (kidney damage) and ototoxicity (ear damage).
• Severe effects :
Stroke, heart attack, electrolyte disturbances and allergic reactions.
• Gastrointestinal :
Loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting.
• ENT :
Ringing in the ear, loss of hearing and deafness.
Adult: IV- Metastatic ovarian cancer As monotherapy: 100 mg/m2 per cycle, given as a single dose once every 4 week.
For combination therapy with cyclophosphamide: 75-100 mg/m2 on day 1 of every 4-week cycle. Metastatic testicular tumors 20 mg/m2/day for 5 days per cycle. Advanced bladder cancer 50-70 mg/m2 per cycle once every 3-4 week.
It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.
Contraindicated in patients with hearing impairment, kidney impairment and hypersensitivity.
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of bone marrow suppression, kidney or liver disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breast-feeding.
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Monitor complete blood counts, ear and neurological functions regularly while taking this medication.
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Patients may develop with increased risk of nephrotoxicity (kidney damage with irritation), drink adequate fluids to prevent damage.
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Avoid vaccination while taking this medication.
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It may develop new type of cancer; if you have any doubt consult with your doctor regarding this.
Avoid excess dosage.
This drug is used only under the supervision of physician.
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