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Carbcure 450 Injection Substitute

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Composition:

CARBOPLATIN-450MG

Uses:

Treatment of Ovarian cancer and Small cell lung cancer

Medicinal Benefits:

Carbcure 450 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

Carbcure 450 Injection is used to treat ovarian cancer and small-cell lung cancer.

Carbcure 450 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, Carbcure 450 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.

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

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

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

Avoid taking Carbcure 450 Injection if you are pregnant because Carbcure 450 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 Carbcure 450 Injection.

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

Carbcure 450 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, Carbcure 450 Injection is FDA approved. It was approved on 3 March 1989.

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

Carbcure 450 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 Carbcure 450 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.

Carbcure 450 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 Carbcure 450 Injection to treat breast cancer based on your health situation. It is often given in combination with other chemotherapy drugs for optimal results.

Carbcure 450 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 Carbcure 450 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 Carbcure 450 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.