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Platifirst, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection, Infusion. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ovarian Cancer, Testicular Cancer, Bladder Cancer. Secondary and off-label uses of Platifirst have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Platifirst is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Platifirst include Joint pain, Swelling. Some other side effects of Platifirst have been listed ahead. These side effects of Platifirst are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Platifirst has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Platifirst's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Platifirst since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Platifirst have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Platifirst with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Platifirst, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Platifirst is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Platifirst safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Platifirst. If you are pregnant, do not take Platifirst without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Platifirst safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Platifirst. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Platifirst on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Platifirst. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Platifirst on the Liver?
Platifirst is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Platifirst on the Heart?
You can take Platifirst without any fear of damage to the heart.
Platifirst should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Platifirst unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Platifirst habit forming or addictive?
Platifirst does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Platifirst can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Platifirst only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Platifirst is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Platifirst
It is safe to take Platifirst with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Platifirst
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Platifirst with alcohol will be.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cisplatin
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 861
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 321-324
