What is Paraplatin Used For?
Paraplatin is used alone or in combination with other drugs in the treatment of certain cancers. How To Use Paraplatin Paraplatin 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. Paraplatin 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, frequent headaches, change in taste, or hair loss may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: mouth sores, unusual bruising or bleeding, weakness, skin rash, flu-like symptoms (e.g., chills, fever, weakness), loss of appetite, breathing trouble, a rapid pounding or irregul
