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About Kemocarb 150mg Injection

CARBOPLATIN belongs to a group of anti-cancer medicines used for the treatment of ovarian cancer and small cell lung cancer. It may sometimes be used to treat other cancers. Cancer that forms in tissues of the ovary (one of a pair of female reproductive glands in which the ova, or eggs, are formed). Small cell lung cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the lung.

CARBOPLATIN contains 'Carboplatin'. Carboplatin acts by penetrating the cell wall and binding to the DNA of the cell, stopping the cell from naturally dividing and functioning, which ultimately destroys the cell. These medicines target cancer cells because they often affect rapidly dividing cells.

Uses of Kemocarb 150mg Injection

Ovarian cancer and Small cell lung cancer

Medicinal Benefits of Kemocarb 150mg Injection

CARBOPLATIN contains 'Carboplatin' 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 together with other chemotherapy drugs depending on the type of cancer you have.

Directions for Use

 CARBOPLATIN is prescribed by a doctor experienced in the use of medications to treat cancer. It is administered by a healthcare professional as an injection into your vein (intravenously, or IV). Do not self-administer CARBOPLATIN. The amount of Carboplatin you receive depends on many factors, including your height and weight, your general health or other health problems, and how your body responds to it. Your doctor will determine your dose and schedule.

Side Effects of Kemocarb 150mg Injection

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Loss of appetite
• Hair loss and numbness
• Tingling
• Burning
• Pain in the hands or feet
• Nephrotoxicity at high doses
• Electrolyte disturbances
• Thrombocytopenia (low blood platelet count)
• Peripheral neuropathy (nerves malfunction)
• Leukopenia (low white blood cell count)

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

CARBOPLATIN should be taken under strict medical supervision. The doctor will regularly monitor your condition while taking CARBOPLATIN. To treat your condition effectually continue taking CARBOPLATIN for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop CARBOPLATIN midway. Talk to your doctor before taking CARBOPLATIN if you have severe allergic reactions to CARBOPLATIN or other platinum-containing compounds, or if your suffering from peripheral neuropathy (nerves malfunction), hypotension, cardiac disorders, severe lung problems, pulmonary disorders, posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, thrombocytopenia (a low platelet count), neutropenia (low white blood cell count), tumour lysis syndrome (metabolic abnormalities that can occur as a complication during the treatment of cancer), hepatic disorders. CARBOPLATIN should not be employed in patients with severe bone marrow depression or significant bleeding. Avoid taking CARBOPLATIN if you are pregnant or breastfeeding because this CARBOPLATIN can cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Both women and men using this CARBOPLATIN should use birth control to avoid pregnancy. Peripheral blood counts should be frequently monitored during CARBOPLATIN treatment and appropriate until recovery is achieved.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking CARBOPLATIN. It could lead to avoiding unpleasant side-effects.