Paraplatin

Paraplatin USES: This medication is used alone or in combination with other drugs in the treatment of certain cancers.

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Paraplatin Uses This medication is used alone or in combination with other drugs in the treatment of certain cancers. Notes Laboratory tests and blood counts will be done routinely while using this medication to monitor its effects and prevent side effects. Aluminum reacts with carboplatin causing a precipitate. Do not use needles or IV sets that contain aluminum parts. Storage Once prepared, this medication is stable for only 8 hours. Check the expiration date on the label and properly discard of any unused medication after that time. Photos Paraplatin How To Use HOW TO USE THIS MEDICATION: This medication is administered by infusion into a vein over at least 15 minutes by a health care professional. It may be given as one dose every 4 weeks or as 5 smaller doses over 5 days. The dose and frequency is based on your blood count and response to previous doses. Side Effects Nausea and vomiting may be severe in about 1/3 of all patients but usually subsides within 24 hours of treatment. Medication may be given prior to therapy to help reduce this effect. Pain, diarrhea, constipation, change in taste, and hair loss may occur. If these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop mouth sores, unusual bruising or bleeding, weakness, skin rash, flu-like symptoms (chills, fever, weakness), breathing trouble, a rapid, pounding or irregular heartbeat, tingling of the hands or feet or tremors while taking this medication. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Precautions Tell your doctor if you have any pre-existing blood disorders or bone marrow disease, kidney disease or any allergies. This medication is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using this medication. It is not known if carboplatin passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Missed Dose It is important that each dose be used as scheduled. If you miss a dose, contact your doctor who will help establish a new dose schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up. Drug Interactions Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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