Cispatin® 50mg/50ml Injection (Cisplatin) – Chemotherapy (Rx)

Quick answer: Cispatin 50mg (cisplatin) is a platinum chemotherapy used for testicular, ovarian, bladder, lung, cervical and head and neck cancers. A nurse gives it as a drip into a vein in hospital, with extra fluids before and after. MedHub supplies it on prescription and delivers to every city in Pakistan.

For patients and families

What is Cispatin 50mg?

Cispatin 50mg is a 50ml vial of ready-made cisplatin solution (1mg in each ml), made and marketed in Pakistan by Pharmasol. Cisplatin is one of the oldest and most widely used chemotherapy medicines. It contains platinum, which binds to the DNA inside cancer cells and stops them copying themselves, so the cells die.

What is it used for?

Oncologists use cisplatin on its own or, more often, combined with other chemotherapy or radiotherapy for:

• Testicular cancer: advanced or spread disease.
• Ovarian cancer: advanced disease.
• Bladder cancer: advanced disease.
• Lung cancer: both small cell and non-small cell types.
• Head and neck cancer: squamous cell cancers of the mouth, throat and voice box.
• Cervical cancer: together with radiotherapy.

How is it given?

Cispatin 50mg is given only in hospital or a day-care chemotherapy unit. The nurse runs fluids into your vein for some hours before and after the cisplatin to protect your kidneys. You also get strong anti-sickness medicines before the drip. Your doctor decides the dose from your body size, blood tests and treatment plan, and decides how many cycles you need. Drink plenty of water in the days after each treatment unless told otherwise.

Common side effects

• Nausea and vomiting, which can last several days
• Strain on the kidneys, checked with blood tests
• Ringing in the ears or reduced hearing
• Low blood counts, raising the risk of infection, bleeding or anaemia
• Numbness or tingling in the fingers and toes

Contact the hospital immediately if you have a temperature of 38°C or above, cannot keep fluids down for a day, pass very little urine, or notice sudden hearing loss.

Storage

Keep the vial below 25°C, in its carton to protect it from light. Do not put it in the fridge, because cold makes cisplatin form crystals. Hospitals usually store and prepare it.

How to order from MedHub

1. Send a photo of your prescription on WhatsApp.
2. Our pharmacist confirms the price and stock with you.
3. We pack the vial at room temperature and deliver it to your hospital or home.

Families in the UAE, UK and Saudi Arabia often arrange Cispatin 50mg for a parent’s chemotherapy in Pakistan through us. Cisplatin is commonly given with other medicines we stock, such as Gemita 1g (gemcitabine) and Docetaxel AHP 80mg. If your oncologist prefers carboplatin, see Carbosol 450mg, or browse all oncology medicines.

For healthcare professionals

• Composition: cisplatin 1 mg/ml; 50 mg in 50 ml concentrate for solution for infusion
• Drug class: platinum-based alkylating-like antineoplastic agent
• Indications: advanced or metastatic testicular cancer; advanced ovarian cancer; advanced bladder carcinoma; squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck; small cell and non-small cell lung carcinoma; cervical carcinoma in combination with radiotherapy
• Mechanism: forms intra- and inter-strand DNA crosslinks, inhibiting DNA synthesis and triggering apoptosis
• Label dose: monotherapy in adults and children: 50–120 mg/m² as a single infusion every 3–4 weeks, or 15–20 mg/m² daily for 5 days every 3–4 weeks; reduce doses in combination regimens. Give with pre- and post-hydration and adequate diuresis
• Monitoring / key precautions: contraindicated in pre-existing renal impairment, hearing impairment and myelosuppression; check serum creatinine, urea, electrolytes (including magnesium, potassium and calcium) and blood counts before each cycle; audiometry where possible; highly emetogenic, so use full antiemetic prophylaxis; monitor for peripheral neuropathy; avoid other nephrotoxic and ototoxic drugs; do not use aluminium-containing equipment; avoid in pregnancy; contraindicated during breastfeeding
• Storage: below 25°C; do not refrigerate or freeze; protect from light
• Manufactured and marketed in Pakistan by: Pharmasol (Pvt) Ltd
• Pack: 1 vial

Frequently asked questions

What is Cispatin 50mg used for?

Cispatin 50mg treats testicular, ovarian, bladder, lung, cervical and head and neck cancers. Doctors usually combine it with other chemotherapy, or with radiotherapy for cervical and head and neck cancers.

What is the Cispatin 50mg price in Pakistan?

Cispatin 50mg/50ml costs Rs 2,200 per vial. Prices can change with supply, so message us on WhatsApp for today’s price before you order.

Can I get Cispatin 50mg in Lahore, Karachi or Peshawar?

Yes. MedHub delivers across Pakistan, including Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, Multan and Faisalabad.

Do I need a prescription to buy Cispatin 50mg?

Yes. Cisplatin is a prescription-only chemotherapy medicine. Send a clear photo of your oncologist’s prescription on WhatsApp, and our pharmacist checks it before confirming your order.

How is Cispatin 50mg given?

A chemotherapy nurse gives it as a drip into a vein in hospital, with several hours of fluids before and after. You also receive anti-sickness medicines to control nausea.

Why should Cispatin 50mg not be kept in the fridge?

Cold temperatures make cisplatin crystallize out of the solution, and the vial can then no longer be used. Keep it below 25°C, away from light, but never refrigerate it.

Why do I need so much fluid with Cispatin 50mg?

Cisplatin leaves the body through the kidneys and can damage them. Generous fluids before and after each dose flush it through faster and protect kidney function.

Can I order Cispatin 50mg for my parents in Pakistan from abroad?

Yes. Many families in the UAE, UK and Saudi Arabia order through MedHub for parents in Pakistan. Share the prescription on WhatsApp, and our team guides you through payment and delivery to their hospital.

Last updated: 3 October 2026

This information is for general awareness only and is not medical advice. Always consult your doctor before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.