What is Platinol (Restricted Access)?
Cisplatin is an antineoplastic medication. Cisplatin interferes with the growth of cancer cells and slows their growth and spread in the body.
Cisplatin is used to treat various types of cancer including metastatic testicular tumors, metastatic ovarian tumors, and advanced bladder cancer.
Cisplatin may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
What is the most important information I should know about Platinol (Restricted Access)?
Cisplatin should only be administered under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider experienced in the use of cancer chemotherapeutic agents.
Serious side effects have been reported with the use of cisplatin including: allergic reactions (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives); kidney damage (little or no urine production, blood in the urine); hearing loss or ringing in the ears; decreased bone marrow function and blood problems (extreme fatigue; easy bruising or bleeding; black, bloody or tarry stools; or fever, chills, or signs of infection); severe nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and loss of appetite; and others. Talk to your doctor about the possible side effects from treatment with cisplatin.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Platinol (Restricted Access)?
Do not use cisplatin without first talking to your doctor if you have
- kidney disease
- poor bone marro
Platinol (Restricted Access) Side Effects
What are the possible side effects of Platinol (Restricted Access)?
If you experience all of the following serious side effects from cisplatin, contact your doctor immediately:
- an allergic reaction (including difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives)
- kidney damage (little or no urine production, blood in the urine)
- hearing loss or ringing in the ears
- decreased bone marrow function and blood problems (extreme fatigue; easy bruising or bleeding; black, bloody or tarry stools; or fever, chills, or signs of infection)
- severe nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and loss of appetite
- heart and circulation problems
- gout or increased uric acid in the blood
- numbness or tingling
- blurred vision, altered color perception, blindness, and other visual problems
- liver damage (abdominal pain, yellowing of the skin or eyes); or
- hair loss
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Platinol (Restricted Access) Interactions
What other drugs affect Platinol (Restricted Access)?
Before using cisplatin, tell your doctor if you are using any of the following medicines to control seizures:
- carbamazepine (Tegretol, Carbatrol, Epitol)
- phenytoin (Dilantin)
- gabapentin (Neurontin)
- tiagabine (Gabitril)
- valproic acid (Depakene) or divalproex sodium (Depakote)
- lamotrigine (Lamictal)
- felbamate (Felbatol)
- levetiracetam (Keppra)
- primidone (Mysoline)
- zonisamide (Zonegran)
- topiramate (Topamax)
- oxcarbazepine (Trileptal)
- a barbiturate such as mephobarbital (Mebaral) or pentobarbital (Nembutal); or
- a benzodiazepine such as lorazepam (Ativan), diazepam (Diastat, Valium), clonazepam (Klonopin), or clorazepate (Tranxene)
Cisplatin may decrease the effects of medicines used to control seizures and a dosage adjustment may be required.
Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with cisplatin. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any other prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including herbal products, during treatment with cisplatin.
What should I avoid while taking Platinol (Restricted Access)?
There are no restrictions on food, beverages, or activity while using cisplatin unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
Platinol (Restricted Access) Dosage
How should I take Platinol (Restricted Access)?
Cisplatin should only be administered under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider experienced in the use of cancer chemotherapeutic agents.
Your doctor will determine the correct amount and frequency of treatment with cisplatin depending upon the type of cancer being treated and other factors. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns regarding the treatment schedule.
Adequate hydration is important during treatment with cisplatin. Your doctor may prescribe the administration of intravenous fluids and/or recommend additional fluid intake by mouth during treatment.
Your doctor will probably want you to have regularly scheduled blood tests and other medical evaluations during treatment with cisplatin to monitor progress and side effects.
Your healthcare provider will store cisplatin as directed by the manufacturer. If you are storing cisplatin at home, follow the directions provided by your healthcare provider.
What happens if I overdose on Platinol (Restricted Access)?
If for any reason an overdose of cisplatin is suspected, seek emergency medical attention or contact your healthcare provider immediately.
Symptoms of a cisplatin overdose tend to be similar to side effects caused by the medication, although often more severe.
What happens if I miss a dose of Platinol (Restricted Access)?
Contact your doctor if you miss a dose of cisplatin.
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Do not use cisplatin without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant. Discuss with your doctor the appropriate use of birth control during treatment with cisplatin if necessary.
Cisplatin passes into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Breast-feeding should be avoided during treatment with cisplatin.