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cisplatin<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cisplatin belongs to a group of medicines called chemotherapy drugs , which are used to treat cancer. Cisplatin can be used alone but is usually used in combination with other chemotherapy drugs .
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What is it used for?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Cisplatin can destroy cells in the body that can cause certain types of cancer ( tumorsin the testicles, ovaries and bladder, epithelial tumors in the head and neck area, lung cancer and, in combination with radiation, cervical cancer). Cisplatin contained in the Cisplatin Accord may also be approved for the treatment of other conditions not mentioned in this leaflet. Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or another healthcare professional if you have any further questions, and always follow their instructions. Talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse before using Cisplatin Accord:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken or might take any other medicines, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine. Due to the risk of birth defects, male and female patients should take contraceptives both during treatment and for at least 6 months after stopping treatment. Treatment with cisplatin may cause permanent ( irreversible ) infertility in men. It is recommended that men who wish to become fathers in the future seek advice regarding cryopreservation (freeze storage) of semen before treatment. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not drive or use machines if you experience any side effects that may affect your ability to do so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cisplatin Accord contains 3.5 mg sodium per ml (main ingredient in cooking \/ table salt). This corresponds to 38.3% of the highest recommended daily intake of sodium for adults. If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. Dosage and route of administration<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Cisplatin should only be administered by a cancer treatment specialist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The concentrate is diluted with a sodium chloride solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Emergency equipment must be available to deal with anaphylactic reactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cisplatin is only administered as an injection into a vein ( intravenous infusion ) and should not come into contact with materials containing aluminum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The recommended dose of cisplatin depends on your general condition, the expected effect of treatment and whether cisplatin is given alone ( monotherapy ) or in combination with other medicines ( combination therapy ). Cisplatin ( monotherapy )<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The following dose is recommended:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cisplatin in combination with other chemotherapy ( combination therapy )<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Cisplatin is used in combination with radiation to treat cervical cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A typical dose is 40 mg \/ m\u00b2 per week for six weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To prevent or reduce kidney problems, we recommend that you drink large amounts of water for 24 hours after cisplatin treatment. Cisplatin Accord should not be given more than once every three to four weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your doctor will decide what dose you should take based on the conditions that apply to you. In case of overdose, the side effects may get worse. Your doctor may give you appropriate treatment for the side effects . Contact a doctor immediately if you think you have used too much cisplatin. Always use this medicine exactly according to the instructions given to you by your doctor or pharmacist. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Contact your doctor immediately if you get any of the following:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n These side effects are serious and you may need urgent care. Very common<\/strong> (may affect more than 1 user in 10)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Common<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 10 people)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Uncommon<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 100 people)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Rare<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Very rare<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Has been reported<\/strong> (occurs in an unknown number of users)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cisplatin can cause problems in the blood, liver and kidneys. Your doctor will take blood samples to check this. Reporting of side effects<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly to the Medical Products Agency, www.lakemedelsverket.se. By reporting side effects, you can help increase drug safety information. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Keep the vial in the outer carton. Sensitive to light. Cisplatin Accord 1 mg \/ mL concentrate for infusion solution<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Store in the outer carton. Sensitive to light. Store in a cold place. Do not freeze. Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the vial or outer carton after \u201cEXP. that. \u201d. The expiration date is the last day of the specified month. Do not use this medicine if you notice any visible deterioration. All materials used for preparation and administration or that have been in contact with cisplatin in any way should be discarded in accordance with local cytotoxic guidelines. Discard the bottle if the solution is cloudy or contains a precipitate that does not dissolve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The active substance in Cisplatin Accord is cisplatin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Each milliliter (ml) of solution contains 1 milligram (mg) of cisplatin. The medicine is supplied in brown glass containers called vials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The medicine is sold in packs of one vial (not all pack sizes may be marketed). The other ingredients are water for injections, sodium chloride, hydrochloric acid (for pH adjustment) and \/ or sodium hydroxide (for pH adjustment).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cisplatin Accord is a clear, colorless to pale yellow solution in a brown vial , largely free of particles sealed with a snap cap with white clear seal. 1 pack of 1 vial of 10 ml contains 10 mg of cisplatin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 1 pack of 1 vial of 25 ml contains 25 mg of cisplatin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 1 pack of 1 vial of 50 ml contains 50 mg of cisplatin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 1 pack of 1 vial of 100 ml contains 100 mg of cisplatin. Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Accord Healthcare BV Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Accord Healthcare Limited<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sage House, 319, Pinner Road<\/p>\n\n\n\n North Harrow, Middlesex<\/p>\n\n\n\n HA1 4HF<\/p>\n\n\n\n UK Accord Healthcare Polska Sp.z oo,<\/p>\n\n\n\n ul. Lutomierska 50,95-200 Pabianice, Poland Cisplatin belongs to a group of medicines called chemotherapy drugs , which are used to treat cancer. 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<\/p>\n\n\n\n2. What you need to know before using Cisplatin Accord<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Do not take Cisplatin Accord<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Warnings and cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Other medicines and Cisplatin Accord<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Cisplatin Accord contains sodium<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/p>\n\n\n\n3. How to use Cisplatin Accord<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you take more Cisplatin Accord than you should<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/p>\n\n\n\n5. How to store Cisplatin Accord<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Pack sizes<\/td> 10 ml<\/td> 25 ml<\/td> 50 ml<\/td> 100 ml<\/td><\/tr> Cisplatin<\/td> 10 mg<\/td> 25 mg<\/td> 50 mg<\/td> 100 mg<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Winthontlaan 200
3526 kV Utrecht The
Netherlands
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