Cis-Platinum Therapy

1. Drink 3 to 4 quarts of fluids (water, soups, juices, flavored gelatins, Gatorade or club soda) during the 24 hours before therapy and for at least 2 to 3 days after treatment.

2. Avoid strenuous exercise the day before, the day of, and the day after treatment. This will help you maintain your energy level and help avoid dehydration.

3. Eat a light meal on the morning of treatment. Avoid spicy or fatty foods.

4. Wear loose, comfortable clothing - stretchable waistbands, comfortable shoes and no constricting jewelry.

5. Bring a light snack or lunch if you wish.

6. You may wish to have a family member or fiiend drive you to and from your treatment session.

7. Avoid heavy, spicy foods; small, light meals are the best.

8. Follow prescribed medication schedule and other instructions at home after treatment.

* For questions or non-emergency problems call 925-5060. A nurse will return your call.

* If you experience any of the following symptoms, call 925-5000 (24 hours a day):

I . Decreased urine output

2. Uncontrolled nausea and vomiting

3. Inability to take adequate oral fluids

4. Uncontrolled diarrhea (more than 6 loose stools a day)

5. Fever of 100.5 or greater

PLEASE NOTE: This material is copyright(c) 1997, by Jerome Freedman, Ph. D. All Rights Reserved. This material will be submitted for publication. This document is meant to be a description of the author's experience and he in no way takes responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of any medical knowledge. The author assumes no responsibility for choices made by any of the readers of this material.

Please send comments and questions to Jerome Freedman, Ph. D.

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