Carbcure 450 Injection
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Product introduction
Carbcure 450 Injection is used in the treatment of ovarian cancer and small cell lung cancer. It shows its working by stopping or slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
Carbcure 450 Injection is used to treat cancer
Carbcure 450 Injection is used to treat cancer
Uses of Carbcure Injection
Benefits of Carbcure Injection
In Ovarian cancer
Ovarian cancer is a cancer that begins in the female organs that produce eggs (ovaries). This type of cancer is usually detected very late and can be fatal too. It usually spreads to the pelvis and stomach. Carbcure 450 Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is an effective medicine but has some side effects that may be bothersome. So, you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
In Small cell lung cancer
Small cell lung cancer is a fast-growing type of lung cancer commonly caused by smoking that starts with small tumors in the lungs but eventually spreads to the other parts of the body as well. Carbcure 450 Injection helps treat such types of cancer and may be given alone or in combination with other medicines. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
Side effects of Carbcure Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Carbcure
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Fatigue
- Low blood platelets
- Increased liver enzymes
- Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
- Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
- Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
- Diarrhea
How to use Carbcure Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Carbcure 450 Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Carbcure 450 Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Carbcure 450 Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Carbcure 450 Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Carbcure 450 Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Carbcure 450 Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Carbcure 450 Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests may be advised while you are taking this medicine.
Use of Carbcure 450 Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests may be advised while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Carbcure 450 Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Carbcure 450 Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- It is given as an injection into the veins under the supervision of a doctor.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Platinum Analogs
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Platinum compounds-Anticancer
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Carbcure 450 Injection cell cycle specific?
No, Carbcure 450 Injection is not a cell cycle specific anticancer medication
Is Carbcure 450 Injection FDA approved?
Yes Carbcure 450 Injection is an FDA approved drug
Is it a platinum based drug?
Yes carboplatin is a platinum based drug and is effectively used in combination with other drug
Does Carbcure 450 Injection cause neuropathy/ hearing loss/ hair loss/ weight gain/ constipation/ leukemia?
Yes Carbcure 450 Injection 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 Carbcure 450 Injection may cause leukemia if it is used for a long duration.
Is Carbcure 450 Injection a generic?
Yes, Carbcure 450 Injection is a generic platinum-based compound
Is Carbcure 450 Injection vesicant/cardio-toxic/ anthracycline?
No Carbcure 450 Injection is not cardio-toxic/ anthracycline/vesicant
Is Carbcure 450 Injection used for breast cancer?
It is used to treat advanced stage breast cancer
Is Carbcure 450 Injection available in pill form?
No Carbcure 450 Injection is not available in pill form
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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Name: Curemart Pharma Pvt Ltd
Address: AJIT SINGH HOUSE , OFFICE NO. B3, PLOT NO. 12, YOUSUF SARAI, NEW DELHI 110016
Country of origin: India
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