Procis 10mg Injection

Procis 10mg Injection is an anti-cancer medicine. It is used to treat various kinds of metastatic and advanced cancer (that spreads in the body) such as ovarian, testicular, bladder, small cell lung cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, cervical cancer, etc. Procis 10mg Injection contains cisplatin as the active ingredient.

It acts by killing cancer-causing cells thereby preventing the spread of infection. This will be given by a doctor or nurse at a hospital or clinic.

Dosage

Overdose

Your doctor or nurse will give this so it is unlikely that you overdose on this medicine. Overdose of Procis 10mg Injection may cause kidney or liver damage, hearing loss, vision loss, nausea, vomiting and bone marrow suppression.

Missed a Dose

You will be monitored by your doctor or nurse as to when Procis 10mg Injection should be given to you. It is unlikely that the dose will be missed. However, if you think your doctor or nurse might have missed a dose, inform them.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Cisplatin works by stopping the growth and multiplication of cancer cells. The growth and multiplication of cells take place through DNA, a genetic material. Cisplatin damages the DNA by binding it onto the cancer cells and thus prevents growth and multiplication.

Directions for Use

• Procis 10mg Injection will be given in the hospital by your doctor or nurse as an injection.
• Do not self inject this .

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Procis 10mg Injection during pregnancy?

Procis 10mg Injection may cause harm to the unborn baby if used during pregnancy. Thus, this medicine should not be used during pregnancy unless advised by your doctor after assessing the risk and need.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Procis 10mg Injection while breastfeeding?

Cisplatin in Procis 10mg Injection passes into the breast milk, thus it should not be used by a nursing mother.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Procis 10mg Injection ?

If you experience dizziness or nausea after taking this , it is advised to avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Procis 10mg Injection ?

You should avoid consuming alcohol while on Procis 10mg Injection. Talk to your doctor if you consume it often.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You are using aluminium containing medicine, devices, or sets.
• You have kidney disease or are on any other medicine that alters kidney function.
• You experience or have any hearing, movement or vibration loss.
• You are allergic to this medicine, or any other undesired side effects.
• You have or had liver disease.
• You have or had bone marrow failure.
• You are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
• You have low haemoglobin and low blood count.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to cisplatin, platinum-containing products, or any other ingredient of Procis 10mg Injection .
• If you have pre-existing kidney disease or hearing disorder.
• If you have suppressed bone marrow or decreased bone marrow activity.
• If you are dehydrated.
• If you have recently taken the yellow fever vaccine.
• If you are breastfeeding.

Side effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Decreased sodium levels
• Decreased blood level
• Bone marrow failure
• Infection
• Altered heart rate and rhythm

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Procis 10mg Injection works, or Procis 10mg Injection itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• Especially if you are taking other pain killers, blood thinners, anti-allergic, anti-seizure (fit) medicine, immunomodulatory medicine, and antibiotics.
• If you are or have taken any live vaccine recently such as yellow fever.

Storage and disposal

• Store Procis 10mg Injection below 25°C.
• Protect it from direct sunlight.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Procis 10mg Injection ?

Procis 10mg Injection is an anti-cancer medicine used to treat various types of cancers. It is used to treat advanced and metastatic (spreading) cancer such as bladder, ovarian, cervical, testicular, etc.

Can Procis 10mg Injection cause harm to my kidney?

Yes, neprotoxicity is a common side effect of Procis 10mg Injection . It is advised to stay hydrated while on this medicine. Talk to your doctor for more information.