Increased risk of infection.
Common side effects of cisplatin chemotherapy.
You might have other symptoms depending on where the infection is.
Peripheral neuropathy is a common side effect of cisplatin.
Dosage of cisplatin depends on the type of cancer being treated.
Common side effects of cisplatin include.
Numbness or tingling in fingers or toes.
An increase in uric acid due to cancer chemotherapy.
Swelling of feet or lower legs.
Fluid in the covering of the heart or.
Peripheral neuropathy is a common dose limiting adverse effect of some chemotherapeutic agents including platinum compounds.
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients.
Other signs of dehydration.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur while taking cisplatin.
Allergic reaction some people have an allergic reaction while having this treatment.
If you notice any other effects check with your healthcare professional.
Hair loss or thinning.
Some people may have side effects while they are being given the chemotherapy or shortly after they have it.
Plasma vitamin e levels in cancer patients were significantly decreased after two to four courses of cisplatin chemotherapy.
Poor absorption of nutrients across the gi tract can take place as well.
Loss of reflexes.
Nausea and vomiting may be severe diarrhea temporary hair loss loss in ability to taste food hiccups dry mouth dark urine decreased sweating dry skin and.
Swelling or inflammation of the mouth.
The drug alters the amplitude of action potential on sensory nerves as well as conduction velocity through the nerve fibers.
Increased risk of getting an infection is due to a drop in white blood cells.
Vitamin e deficiency causes symptoms similar to those of chemotherapy induced neuropathy.