Cisplatin is an antineoplastic intravenous administration that interferes with cell multiplication and is therefore widely used in the treatment of various types of tumor.
Cisplatin can not be bought at the pharmacy because it should be given in the hospital by a doctor or nurse. Cisplatin can be found under the trade names Platiran, Unistin, Astaplatin, C-platin, Cisplatex or Tecnoplatin.
Price of cisplatin
The price of cisplatin is approximately 60 reais per 20 ml, however, the value may vary according to the dosage and brand name of the drug.
Indications for cisplatin
Cisplatin is indicated for the treatment of metastatic testicular tumors, metastatic ovarian tumors, advanced bladder cancer, and hairloss carcinomas of the head or neck.
Mode of use of cisplatin
Cisplatin should only be administered in the hospital by healthcare professionals experienced in chemotherapy, such as a physician or nurse.
Side effects of cisplatin
The major side effects of cisplatin include tinnitus, decreased hearing, anemia, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, decreased appetite, loss of taste, convulsions, muscle cramps, increased blood pressure and swelling of the face.
Contraindications of cisplatin
Cisplatin is contraindicated for pregnant women, breast-feeding women, and patients with renal insufficiency, hearing impairment, myelosuppression, or a history of allergy to any drug with platinum in its composition.
