PLATINEX 1 vial (Cisplatin 50mg)

• Ovarian carcinoma (Stage III–IV)
  
  
• Bladder cancer
  
  
• Lung cancer
  
  
• Esophageal, head and neck cancers
  
  
• Other eligible tumours as per oncologist's judgment

Administered intravenously in a hospital setting by qualified medical professionals. Dosage is tailored based on body surface area and cancer type. Pre-hydration and antiemetics are typically used. Only used as part of prescribed chemotherapy protocols.

Contraindications:

• Hypersensitivity to Cisplatin or other platinum-containing drugs
  
  
• Bone marrow suppression
  
  
• Renal insufficiency
  
  
• Severe peripheral neuropathy
  
  
• Dehydration
  
  
• Pregnancy and lactation
  
  

Side effects:

• Severe nausea and vomiting
  
  
• Renal dysfunction
  
  
• Hearing impairment (ototoxicity)
  
  
• Bone marrow suppression
  
  
• Hair loss
  
  
• Electrolyte imbalance (low magnesium, calcium)