Karplat 450mg Injection Description:
Karplat 450mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA) of the cancer cells and stops their growth and multiplication.
Uses:
Karplat 450mg Injection is used in the treatment of ovarian cancer and small cell lung cancer.
Side Effects:
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 sensory neuropathy, Diarrhoea.
Dosage:
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
FAQs
Is Karplat cell cycle specific?
No, Karplat is not a cell cycle specific anticancer medication
Is Karplat FDA approved?
Yes Karplat 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 Karplat cause neuropathy/ hearing loss/ hair loss/ weight gain/ constipation/ leukemia?
Yes Karplat 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 Karplat may cause leukemia if it is used for a long duration.
Is Karplat a generic?
Yes, Karplat is a generic platinum-based compound
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