Key information summary
Efficacy & effects
Used to prevent neurogenic diseases that may occur in patients receiving cisplatin or similar chemotherapy.
Dosage
In severe cases, 600-1200 mg should be administered via intramuscular injection or intravenous infusion daily. In cases of treatment over several days or mild cases, 300-600 mg should be administered daily via intramuscular injection or intravenous infusion.
Precautions
This medication may rarely cause serious allergic reactions such as anaphylaxis, so the patient's condition should be carefully monitored during administration. If the face becomes pale, there is a drop in blood pressure, or there are pulse irregularities, use should be stopped immediately. Additionally, there may rarely be hypersensitivity reactions such as skin rash, so if these symptoms occur, the use of this medication should be discontinued. In the gastrointestinal system, decreased appetite, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain may occur rarely, so it is advisable to consult with medical staff if these symptoms appear. This medication should be used immediately after dissolving the vial preparation, and when administering an intramuscular injection, care should be taken to avoid nerves or blood vessels. If repeated injections are required, the injection site should be changed, and special care should be taken, especially in children and adolescents. This medication should be stored in a secure place out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container from the original container may lead to decreased quality or misuse, so it must be kept in the original container with the lid tightly closed.
Side effects
Facial pallor, hypotension, pulse irregularities