Carboplatin
Written By Dr. Anuj SainiLast updated 30 Sep 2024 | 10:39 AM (UTC)
Carboplatin Uses
Carboplatin is used in the treatment of ovarian cancer and small cell lung cancer.
How Carboplatin works
Carboplatin is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells which stops their growth and multiplication.
Common side effects of Carboplatin
Nausea, Vomiting, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Low blood platelets, Increased liver enzymes, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand), Diarrhea, Weakness, Hair loss, Taste change, Constipation, Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Infection, Bleeding, Transfusions, Pain, Sensory disturbance, Central nervous system problems, Visual disturbance, Ototoxicity, Decreased creatinine clearance, Increased creatinine level in blood, Increased blood urea, Increased alkaline phosphatase level in blood, Increased aspartate aminotransferase, Electrolyte imbalance, Hypersensitivity, Skin disorder, Urogenital disorders
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Kemocarb
Fresenius Kabi India Pvt Ltd
₹992 to ₹2976
2 variant(s)
Biocarb
Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries
₹2807 to ₹2807
1 variant(s)
Carboplatin
Pfizer Ltd
₹854 to ₹2976
2 variant(s)
Celcarb
Celon Laboratories Ltd
₹777 to ₹2333
3 variant(s)
Carbokem Nova
Alkem Laboratories Ltd
₹2655 to ₹2655
1 variant(s)
Carbokem Novo
Alkem Laboratories Ltd
₹885 to ₹885
1 variant(s)
Stricarb
Mylan Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd - A Viatris Company
₹678 to ₹678
1 variant(s)
Cytocarb
Cipla Ltd
₹874 to ₹2674
2 variant(s)
Preboplatin
Premedium Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
₹838 to ₹2433
2 variant(s)
Expert advice for Carboplatin
- It is given as an injection into the veins under the supervision of a doctor.
Frequently asked questions for Carboplatin
No, Carboplatin is not a cell cycle specific anticancer medication
Yes Carboplatin is an FDA approved drug
Yes carboplatin is a platinum based drug and is effectively used in combination with other drug
Yes Carboplatin is known to cause side effects like neuropathy, hearing loss, hair loss, weight gain, and constipation. Please inform your doctor about any side-effect that you may observe on taking this drug. Infertility while on therapy may be caused as a side effect of this drug but it may be reverse after stopping the therapy. Yes Carboplatin may cause leukemia if it is used for a long duration.
Yes, Carboplatin is a generic platinum-based compound
No Carboplatin is not cardio-toxic/ anthracycline/vesicant
It is used to treat advanced stage breast cancer
No Carboplatin is not available in pill form



