Cisplatin is an antineoplastic remedy for intravenous administration that works by interfering with cell multiplication and is therefore widely used in the treatment of various types of tumors.
Cisplatin cannot be purchased from pharmacies because it must be administered in the hospital by a doctor or nurse. Cisplatin can be found under the trade names Platiran, Unistin, Astaplatin, C-platin, Cisplatex or Tecnoplatin.
- The price of cisplatin is around 60 reais per 20 ml.
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- The value may vary depending on the dose and brand name of the drug.
Cisplatin is indicated for the treatment of metastatic testicle tumors, metastatic ovarian tumors, advanced bladder cancer, and squamous cell carcinomas of the head or neck.
Cisplatin should only be administered in the hospital by health professionals with medical experience, such as a doctor or nurse.
The main side effects of cisplatin are tinnitus, decreased hearing, anemia, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, decreased appetite, loss of taste, seizures, muscle cramps, increased blood pressure, and swelling of the face.
Cisplatin is contraindicated for pregnant women, breastfeeding women and patients with renal impairment, hearing loss, myelosuppression or a history of allergy to any drug containing platinum in its composition.