Carboplatin 150mg/15ml Injection

Carboplatin 150mg/15ml Injection is a prescription-based anticancer medicine used in the treatment of ovarian cancer and small cell lung cancer. The active ingredient of the Carboplatin is Carboplatin which belongs to the drug class of Platinum-Based Alkylating Agents. It is administered as an injection by an experienced nurse or medical professional. Carboplatin Injection works by killing the cancer cells thereby reducing the size of the tumor. In this way, it prevents cancer cells from spreading to other parts of the body. The required dosage and duration of the medicine is decided by the doctor. This depends on the disease being treated and the stage of the disease. The doctor will check medical history, age, health condition, and body's response to the treatment before prescribing this medicine. Taking it in the wrong way or overdosing can cause severe side effects. It may take weeks for patients to notice the benefits of the medicine. So do not stop taking this injection until your doctor says to do so.

The human body shows undesired symptoms after taking Carboplatin 150mg/15ml Injection. Usually, they disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine. These side effects don't need special medical attention. It is advised to consult your doctor if these symptoms become unmanageable.
Some of the common side effects of Carboplatin Injection are mentioned below:
Rash
Fever
Fatigue
Diarrhea
Weakness
Loss of appetite
Abdominal pain
Nausea and vomiting
Problem in Swallowing
Abnormal liver function
Numbness of feet and hand
Inflammation in the mouth
Low number of red blood cells
Low level of platelets and WBCs

Severe side effects:
Lung diseases
Kidney problems
Irregular heartbeat

Carboplatin 150mg/15ml Injection is a prescription-based anticancer drug. It is advised to take this injection after consulting your healthcare expert. This medicine should be given intravenously by an experienced nurse or doctor. Please do not self-administer.

Carboplatin 150mg/15ml injection is an anticancer medicine that belongs to the drug class of alkylating agents. This drug interferes with the DNA or RNA of cancer cells and inhibits its replication. It leads to programmed cell death. That’s how it slows down the growth and proliferation of cancer cells. It also prevents their spreading to nearby organs.

It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Carboplatin 150mg/15ml Injection. In case you miss a dose, consult your doctor immediately.
Don't overdose to compensate for the missed one. Contact your doctor or any healthcare provider and seek medical attention immediately in such cases.

It is advised to use effective birth control ways and avoid pregnancy during the treatment with Carboplatin 150mg/15ml Injection.
A person should avoid smoking while undergoing treatment with Carboplatin 150mg/15ml Injection. Smoking may reduce the effectiveness of medicine.
Monitor your blood sugar & pressure, Kidney & Liver function (KFT & LFT), Heart function at proper intervals after taking Carboplatin 150mg/15ml Injection.
Skin becomes extremely sensitive after taking Carboplatin 150mg/15ml Injection. It is advised to cover your skin exposed to direct sun rays and use high SPF sunscreen before going out.
It is advised to avoid taking analgesics/ antacids (medicines used to neutralize the stomach acid) while taking Carboplatin 150mg/15ml Injection, as it may reduce the effectiveness of the medicine.
Keep your body hydrated as Diarrhea is one of the common side effects experienced after taking Carboplatin 150mg/15ml Injection. Consult your doctor if it doesn't stop or if blood appears in your stools.
If you experience any kind of symptoms after taking Carboplatin 150mg/15ml Injection like unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, high temperature (fever), or other signs of infection, it is important to Inform your doctor as soon as possible.