CELPLAT 10ME INJECTION belongs to the group of medicines called cytostatics used alone or in combination with other cytostatic medicines to treat tumours of the ovary, testis, bladder, neck and head epithelial tumours, lung cancer, and cervical cancer in combination with radiotherapy. Cancer is a disease in which abnormal cells divide uncontrollably and damage body tissues.
 
CELPLAT 10ME INJECTION contains Cisplatin, which works by preventing the growth of cancer cells and eventually destroying them. Thereby, it helps treat cancer.
 
In some cases, CELPLAT 10ME INJECTION may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, tiredness, hair loss, pain or redness at the site of injection. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. Do not be reluctant to talk with your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worsen.
 
Do not use CELPLAT 10ME INJECTION if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Both women and men should seek advice on fertility preservation before treatment and use effective contraception during treatment. CELPLAT 10ME INJECTION is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Inform the doctor about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.

CELPLAT 10ME INJECTION contains Cisplatin, which belongs to the group of medicines called platinum-containing compounds used to treat testicular and ovarian cancer that has not improved or has worsened after treatment with radiation therapy or other medicines. It is also used alone or in combination with other medicines for bladder cancer, which has not been treated with radiotherapy or surgery alone. This medicine is also indicated in the treatment of head and neck cancer, lung cancer, and cervical cancer in combination with radiotherapy. CELPLAT 10ME INJECTION prevents the growth of cancer cells and eventually destroys them. Thereby, it helps treat cancer.

Do not use CELPLAT 10ME INJECTION if you are allergic to any of its components, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, if you have severe kidney disease, hearing difficulties, myelosuppression (bone marrow does not make enough platelets or blood cells), are dehydrated, or if you have taken or plan to receive yellow fever vaccination. Inform the doctor if you have low blood count, peripheral neuropathy or have had radiation therapy to your head. Consult the doctor immediately if you become pregnant during treatment with CELPLAT 10ME INJECTION. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience symptoms of an allergic reaction (itchy rash, swelling of the hands, feet, face, ankles, throat, lips or mouth, flushing, and feeling faint), heart attack (severe chest pain radiating to the arm or jaw with sweating, nausea, and breathlessness), stroke, brain dysfunction (slurred speech, sometimes blindness, confusion, memory loss and paralysis), kidney problems (unusual tiredness or weakness, decreased urination, or swelling of the face, arms, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs), or hearing problems (ringing in the ears, dizziness, or hearing loss).

• Regular liver/kidney function tests and blood tests are advised as CELPLAT 10ME INJECTION may cause problems with blood, kidneys, and liver.
• Women must use reliable contraception during treatment and for seven months after receiving the last dose.
• Men with female partners of childbearing potential are advised to use effective contraception during treatment and for four months after the last dose.