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Can cisplatin affect the ability to drive or use machinery?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Cisplatin's adverse effects, such as nephrotoxicity, may affect the ability to drive or use machinery, although no studies specifically assessing these abilities have been performed.

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Cisplatin 1 mg/ml Sterile Concentrate - Latex free vial stopperHospira UK Ltd · emc · SmPC §4.7 Effects on ability to drive and use machines · Version 27Document updated 10 December 2025

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