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Carb DNA 450mg Injection Substitute

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Composition:

CARBOPLATIN-450MG

Uses:

Treatment of Ovarian cancer and Small cell lung cancer

Medicinal Benefits:

Carb DNA 450mg Injection contains 'Carboplatin' which belongs to a group of anti-cancer medicines used to treat ovarian cancer and small cell lung cancer. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA) of the cancer cells, which stops their growth and multiplication. It can be used alone or with other chemotherapy drugs depending on your cancer type.

FAQs

Carb DNA 450mg Injection is used to treat ovarian cancer and small-cell lung cancer.

Carb DNA 450mg Injection contains 'Carboplatin'. Carboplatin works by breaching the cellular wall and binding to the cell’s DNA, preventing the cell from dividing and functioning normally, which eventually kills the cell.

Yes, Carb DNA 450mg Injection can cause low neutrophils levels, a type of white blood cells that help fight infections. If your white blood cells become low, you can be at higher risk for infections. Tell your doctor if you develop a fever or believe you have an infection.

Carb DNA 450mg Injection should be administered under the supervision of a qualified physician experienced in the use of cancer chemotherapeutic agents.

Before you receive treatment with Carb DNA 450mg Injection, tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions. You should not receive Carb DNA 450mg Injection if you are allergic to carboplatin or any contents in Carb DNA 450mg Injection. It should not be employed in patients with severe bone marrow depression or significant bleeding.

If not given an inappropriate dose, Carb DNA 450mg Injection can cause toxic effects, although not everyone gets it. So, Carb DNA 450mg Injection is prescribed by a doctor experienced in the use of medications to treat cancer only.

Avoid taking Carb DNA 450mg Injection if you are pregnant because Carb DNA 450mg Injection can cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Females should follow effective birth control methods during treatment and at least six months after the final dose of Carb DNA 450mg Injection.

Carb DNA 450mg Injection is administered to you through an intravenous (IV) infusion. A healthcare professional usually gives it in a medical facility.

Carb DNA 450mg Injection is not cell cycle specific. It works by forming DNA adducts, which leads to cell death. This mechanism of action is not specific to any particular phase of the cell cycle, meaning it can affect cells at various stages of their life cycle.

Yes, Carb DNA 450mg Injection is FDA approved. It was approved on 3 March 1989.

Yes, Carb DNA 450mg Injection is a platinum-containing compound medication that works by stopping or slowing the growth of cancer cells.

Carb DNA 450mg Injection may cause side effects, including neuropathy (tingling and numbness) in the hands and feet, hearing loss, temporary hair loss, and constipation. Weight gain is rare but possible. While leukemia is not typically associated with Carb DNA 450mg Injection, the long-term use of any chemotherapy drug can increase the risk of secondary cancers. It's important to discuss any side effects with your doctor to manage them effectively.

Carb DNA 450mg Injection is not a vesicant, and it does not cause blistering or tissue damage if it leaks out of the vein. It is also not cardio-toxic, so it does not specifically target the heart. Additionally, Carboplatin is not an anthracycline, as it does not belong to that class of platinum-containing compounds.

Yes, sometimes the doctor may suggest Carb DNA 450mg Injection to treat breast cancer based on your health situation. It is often given in combination with other chemotherapy drugs for optimal results.

Carb DNA 450mg Injection is not available in pill form; It is available in two primary dosage forms: injection and powder for injection.

The common side effects of the Carb DNA 450mg Injection are nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, sores in the mouth and throat, pain, burning, or tingling in the hands or feet, pain, itching, redness, swelling, blisters, or sores in the place where the medication was injected, hair loss, pain, weakness, loss in ability to taste food. However, these symptoms vanish as your body adjusts to the medication. If these symptoms become worse, please consult a doctor for relief.

The efficacy and safety of Carb DNA 450mg Injection have yet to be established for using children. Please consult your doctor. The doctor will help determine whether the potential benefits outweigh the possible risks and make the appropriate recommendation.