Slatin Information

Slatin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Infusion. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ovarian Cancer, Testicular Cancer, Bladder Cancer. Other than this, Slatin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Slatin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Slatin also has some side effects, the most common being Joint pain, Swelling. Some other side effects of Slatin have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Slatin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Slatin's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Slatin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Slatin related warnings section.

Slatin is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Slatin contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Slatin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Slatin is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Slatin Benefits & Uses
Slatin Dosage & How to Take
Slatin Side Effects
Slatin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Slatin with Other Drugs
Slatin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Slatin
Slatin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Slatin Benefits & Uses

Slatin is used to treat the following -

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Slatin Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bladder Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 116 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bladder Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 116 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Ovarian Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 160 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Male)	Disease: Testicular Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 33 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: repeat every 3 - 4 week

Slatin Related Warnings

Is the use of Slatin safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Slatin. If you are pregnant, do not take Slatin without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Slatin safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Slatin. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Slatin on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Slatin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Slatin on the Liver?

Slatin does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Slatin on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Slatin for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Slatin with Other Drugs

Slatin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Clozapine

Etanercept

Tacrolimus

Amikacin

Emtricitabine,Tenofovir,Efavirenz

Slatin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Slatin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Neutropenia
Peripheral Neuropathy
Herpes
Kidney Disease
Potassium Deficiency
Calcium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Slatin

Is this Slatin habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Slatin is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Slatin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Slatin can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Slatin only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Slatin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Slatin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Slatin

Taking Slatin with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Slatin

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Slatin.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cisplatin

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 861

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 321-324

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