Cisplatin (Platinol)

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Template to be used for chemotherapies: (strive for minimalism, focus on regimens)

General information

Class: Platinum analog, alkylating-like[1] Extravasation: vesicant

For conciseness and simplicity, HemOnc.org currently will focus on treatment regimens and not list additional information such as: renal/hepatic dose adjustments, metabolism (including CYP450), excretion, monitoring parameters (although this will be considered for checklists), or manufacturer. Instead, please refer to your preferred pharmacopeias such as Micromedex, Lexicomp, UpToDate (courtesy of Lexicomp), or the package insert[1].

Consent

  • Side effects discussed for informed consent*
  • Patient information for informed consent (patient drug information sheet)

Regimens

Standard format will be: <acronym (if any)> (generic drug1, generic drug2, generic drug3, etc.) (disease) List of regimens containing cisplatin

References