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Introduction To Karplat 150mg Injection
Karplat 150mg 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.
Karplat 150mg Injection is given as an injection into veins under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
Nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and increased liver enzyme are some common side effects of this medicine. This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells (decrease red blood and white blood cells) in your blood, thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections or bleeding. Inform your doctor if you notice fever, sore throat, chills, unusual bleeding or bruising, and dark urine. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with heart, liver, and blood uric acid levels.
You must inform your doctor if you experience allergic reactions with injection such as skin rash, itching, and trouble breathing. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.
Uses of Karplat 150mg Injection
- Ovarian cancer
- Small cell lung cancer
Benefits of Karplat 150mg Injection
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. Karplat 150mg 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.
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. Karplat 150mg 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 Karplat 150mg 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 Blastoplatin
- 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 Karplat 150mg Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Karplat 150mg Injection works
Karplat 150mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells which stops their growth and multiplication.
Quick tips
- It is given as an injection into the veins under the supervision of a doctor.
Safety Advice
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Karplat 150mg Injection if I’m pregnant?
Karplat 150mg 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.
BreastfeedingUNSAFE
Can I take Karplat 150mg Injection if I’m breastfeeding?
Karplat 150mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Is drinking alcohol while taking Karplat 150mg Injection safe?
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Karplat 150mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
DrivingUNSAFE
Can I drive after taking Karplat 150mg Injection?
Karplat 150mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
KidneyCAUTION
Can I take Karplat 150mg Injection if I have/had kidney diseases?
Karplat 150mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Karplat 150mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Karplat 150mg 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.
LiverSAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Can I take Karplat 150mg Injection if I have/had liver diseases?
Karplat 150mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Karplat 150mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Karplat 150mg Injection cell cycle specific?
No, Karplat 150mg Injection is not a cell cycle specific anticancer medication
Q. Is Karplat 150mg Injection FDA approved?
Yes Karplat 150mg Injection is an FDA approved drug
Q. Is it a platinum based drug?
Yes carboplatin is a platinum based drug and is effectively used in combination with other drug
Q. Does Karplat 150mg Injection cause neuropathy/ hearing loss/ hair loss/ weight gain/ constipation/ leukemia?
Yes Karplat 150mg 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 Karplat 150mg Injection may cause leukemia if it is used for a long duration.
Q. Is Karplat 150mg Injection a generic?
Yes, Karplat 150mg Injection is a generic platinum-based compound
Q. Is Karplat 150mg Injection vesicant/cardio-toxic/ anthracycline?
No Karplat 150mg Injection is not cardio-toxic/ anthracycline/vesicant
Q. Is Karplat 150mg Injection used for breast cancer?
It is used to treat advanced stage breast cancer
Q. Is Karplat 150mg Injection available in pill form?
No Karplat 150mg Injection is not available in pill form
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Written By:
Dr Advikka Ridhy
MBBS
RMO, Aster MIMS
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