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CARBOPLATIN 150MG INJECTION Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

CARBOPLATIN-10MG

Uses:

Treatment of Ovarian cancer and Small cell lung cancer

Medicinal Benefits:

CARBOPLATIN 150MG 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

CARBOPLATIN 150MG INJECTION is used to treat ovarian cancer and small-cell lung cancer.

CARBOPLATIN 150MG 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, CARBOPLATIN 150MG 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.

CARBOPLATIN 150MG INJECTION should be administered under the supervision of a qualified physician experienced in the use of cancer chemotherapeutic agents.

Before you receive treatment with CARBOPLATIN 150MG INJECTION , tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions. You should not receive CARBOPLATIN 150MG INJECTION if you are allergic to carboplatin or any contents in CARBOPLATIN 150MG INJECTION . It should not be employed in patients with severe bone marrow depression or significant bleeding.

If not given an inappropriate dose, CARBOPLATIN 150MG INJECTION can cause toxic effects, although not everyone gets it. So, CARBOPLATIN 150MG INJECTION is prescribed by a doctor experienced in the use of medications to treat cancer only.

Avoid taking CARBOPLATIN 150MG INJECTION if you are pregnant because CARBOPLATIN 150MG 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 CARBOPLATIN 150MG INJECTION .

CARBOPLATIN 150MG INJECTION is administered to you through an intravenous (IV) infusion. A healthcare professional usually gives it in a medical facility.

CARBOPLATIN 150MG 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, CARBOPLATIN 150MG INJECTION is FDA approved. It was approved on 3 March 1989.

Yes, CARBOPLATIN 150MG INJECTION is a platinum-containing compound medication that works by stopping or slowing the growth of cancer cells.

CARBOPLATIN 150MG 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 CARBOPLATIN 150MG 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.

CARBOPLATIN 150MG 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 CARBOPLATIN 150MG INJECTION to treat breast cancer based on your health situation. It is often given in combination with other chemotherapy drugs for optimal results.

CARBOPLATIN 150MG 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 CARBOPLATIN 150MG 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 CARBOPLATIN 150MG 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.