Carboplatin

Uses

Carboplatin is used in the treatment of ovarian cancer and small cell lung cancer.

How it Works

How Carboplatin works Carboplatin is an anti-cancer medication that functions by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of cancer cells, thereby inhibiting their growth and multiplication.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Carboplatin include nausea, vomiting, anemia (low red blood cell count), low blood platelets, increased liver enzymes, decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness in the feet and hands), diarrhea, weakness, hair loss, changes in taste, constipation, decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), infection, bleeding, need for transfusions, pain, sensory disturbances, central nervous system problems, visual disturbances, ototoxicity, decreased creatinine clearance, increased creatinine levels in the blood, increased blood urea, elevated alkaline phosphatase levels in the blood, increased aspartate aminotransferase, electrolyte imbalance, hypersensitivity, skin disorders, and urogenital disorders.

Expert Advice

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Other Combinations

Frequently asked questions

Is Carboplatin FDA approved?

Yes, Carboplatin is an FDA-approved drug.

Is Carboplatin cell cycle specific?

No, Carboplatin is not a cell cycle-specific anticancer medication.

Is Carboplatin a generic medication?

Yes, Carboplatin is a generic platinum-based compound.

Is Carboplatin a platinum-based drug?

Yes, Carboplatin is a platinum-based drug and is effectively used in combination with other medications.

Is Carboplatin available in pill form?

No, Carboplatin is not available in pill form.

Is Carboplatin used for breast cancer?

Yes, Carboplatin is used to treat advanced-stage breast cancer.

Is Carboplatin vesicant, cardio-toxic, or an anthracycline?

No, Carboplatin is not a vesicant, cardio-toxic, or an anthracycline.

Does Carboplatin cause neuropathy, hearing loss, hair loss, weight gain, constipation, or leukemia?

Yes, Carboplatin can cause side effects such as neuropathy, hearing loss, hair loss, weight gain, and constipation. Inform your doctor about any side effects you experience. Infertility may occur during therapy but is often reversible after treatment. Long-term use of Carboplatin may increase the risk of leukemia.

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