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Carbokast 450mg Injection
Prescription Required
Salt Composition : Carboplatin
Manufacturer : APRAZER HEALTHCARE PVT LTD
Origin of Medicine : India
1 Vial(s) Of 45ml
Introduction to Carbokast 450mg Injection
Carbokast 450mg injection belongs to the medication class known as an alkylating agent. It is an anti-cancer medicine that contains the active ingredient Carboplatin. It treats a certain type of ovarian and lung cancer as a single or combined with other medications.
Consult your doctor if you have any symptoms of allergic reactions, abnormal bruises, kidney problems (haemolytic-uraemic syndrome), and a decrease in red blood cells (anemia). Report to your doctor if you experience any lung-related symptoms like; shortness of breath, lung tissue inflammation, or lung infection while taking a Carbokast 450mg injection.
Use effective contraception while receiving this medication and continue to use it for six months, even after receiving the final dose. Carbokast 450mg injection may reduce fertility temporarily or permanently in both men and women. So it is advised to get suggestions about fertility concerns from your doctor.
Uses of Carbokast 450mg Injection
- Carbokast 450mg injection treats ovarian and lung cancer.
Therapeutic Effects of Carbokast 450mg Injection
Carbokast 450mg injection acts as an alkylating agent. This medication reduces the proliferation of cells by inhibiting the formation of DNA, RNA, and proteins, which stops DNA replication and results in programmed cell death.
Interaction of Carbokast 450mg Injection with other drugs
Inform your healthcare professional about all the medicines you take, including prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications, such as Cisplatin and other anticancer drugs, interacting with Carbokast 450mg injection may reduce effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.
More Information about Carbokast 450mg Injection
- Keep away from the reach of children.
- Protect the tablets from light and metal; store them below 25°C.
- Do not refrigerate the injection.
How to consume Carbokast 450mg Injection
Carbokast 450mg injection is administered as an intravenous infusion into the vein. If this injection is recommended for you, it will be given by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer. Your physician will choose the dosage and administration frequency based on the medical condition because it differs for each person.
Safety Advices for Carbokast 450mg Injection
Pregnancy
Carbokast 450mg injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as it may cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Report to your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant, or planning for the pregnancy before starting the treatment.
Breast Feeding
Taking Carbokast 450mg injection while breastfeeding may be unsafe because it may affect the child. Therefore, talk with your doctor to get more information.
Lungs
Consult your doctor if you experience any liver disease while taking this treatment. Patients with liver disease should cautiously use Carbokast 450mg injection.
Liver
Consult your doctor if you experience any symptoms like; shortness of breath or lung tissue inflammation, or lung infection while taking a Carbokast 450mg injection.
Alcohol
It is unknown whether consuming alcohol while taking a Carbokast 450mg injection is safe. Please speak with your physician.
Driving
While taking Carbokast 450mg injection, it is unsafe to drive or use machines because it may cause nausea, changes in vision, vomiting, etc. Talk to your doctor for more information.
Side Effects of Carbokast 450mg Injection
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Serious
- Reduced number of red blood cells (anemia)
- Allergic reactions
- Abnormal bruises
- Kidney problems
- Hearing problems
- Fever, chills
Common
- Loss of taste, diarrhea
- Constipation
- Hair loss
- Skin rashes
- Itchiness
- Extreme tiredness and weakness
- Inflammation in lung tissues
- Tingling or numbness in your hands, arms, or legs
- Prickling sensation
- Difficulties in breathing
Word of Advice
Discuss your fertility problems with the doctor; since both men and women may experience temporary or permanent reductions in fertility while receiving Carbokast 450mg injection in treatment. If you experience any symptoms mentioned as a side effect, consult your doctor immediately. Avoid taking Cisplatin or any anti-cancer medication while under Carbokast 450mg injection treatment. Notify your doctor if you have recently had a yellow fever vaccination or plan to have one or any other medication.
FAQs
Q 1. What If I get pregnant while taking Carbokast 450mg injection?
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant before starting with Carbokast 450mg injection intravenous infusion.
Q 2. Can Carbokast 450mg injection be self-administered?
No, Carbokast 450mg injection should not be self-administered and must be given only under the supervision of a healthcare professional.
Q 3. Should I use contraception even after the treatment with Carbokast 450mg injection?
Yes, Using contraception during and after treatment with Carbokast 450mg injection for at least six months is necessary.
Q 4. Can Carbokast 450mg injection affect infertility?
Yes, Carbokast 450mg injection may reduce fertility temporarily or permanently in both men and women. So, talk with your doctor about fertility concerns.
Q 5. Is it okay to take new medication while taking Carbokast 450mg injection?
Do not take any medication during and after treatment with Carbokast 450mg injection without informing your doctor.
Fact Box of Carbokast 450mg Injection
Molecule name: Carboplatin | Therapeutic class: Anti-cancer |
Pharmacological class: alkylating agent | Indications: Treatment for certain types of lung and ovarian cancer. |
References
- Hospira UK Limited, Electronic medicines compendium (EMC), [Revised on Oct 2021], [Accessed on 22nd Feb 2023],https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.3787.pdf
- Teva Parenteral Medicines, Inc, U.S Food & Drug Administration FDA, [Revised on Oct 2011,[Accessed on 22nd Feb 2023], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2012/077139Orig1s016lbl.pdf
- Wim J. F. van der Vijgh et.al; Clinical Pharmacokinetics of Carboplatin; [Published online on 09 Nov 2012];[Accessed on 22nd Feb 2023]; https://link.springer.com/article/10.2165/00003088-199121040-00002
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