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Side effect(s) of Cisplatin

Read the side effects of Cisplatin as described in the medical literature. In case of any doubt consult your doctor or pharmacist.

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.

Other Precautions : * Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Cisplatin

Cisplatin(Platinol) generic 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.
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