Carbokast 450mg Injection

What is Carbokast 450mg Injection?

Carbokast 450mg Injection contains a drug called Carboplatin. It is used as initial chemotherapy for advanced ovarian carcinoma ( cancers that begin in the female reproductive organs where eggs are formed). It has spread to other parts of the body. It is used alone or in combination of other medications. It is used as the treatment of patients with ovarian carcinoma recurrent after chemotherapy. This medicine is used to slow or stop the growth of cancer cells. It prevents its multiplication. 

Carboplatin drug used for?

Carboplatin is sold under the brand name Paraplatin. It is given in form of an Injection. It is an anticancer drug ( antineoplastic or cytotoxic) chemotherapy drug. Carboplatin is known as an “ alkylating agent”. It is used to slow or stop the growth of cancer cells. It is also used to treat other different types of cancers such as lung cancer, head and neck cancer, and brain and neuroblastoma. It is used as an injection into the vein.

What is Ovarian cancer?

The ovaries are part of the female reproductive system. They produce a woman’s eggs and female hormones. Each ovary is about size and shape like an almond. Ovarian cancer occurs due to the abnormal growth of cancer cells in the ovary. All cells go through their life cycles – growing, dividing, and replacing. This abnormal growth of cells can cause problems and leads to the formation of a tumor. A tumor can be the beginning is noncancerous and after some time. It develops into malignant ( cancerous). Malignant cancers grow rapidly and can occupy other parts of the body, causing more problems as they spread. When these malignant ( cancerous ) cells develop in ovaries. It is called ovarian cancer. 

What are the symptoms of Ovarian cancer?

When you have ovarian cancer, you may experience symptoms including pain, discomfort, or bloating in your abdomen and pelvis, change in your eating habits, and loss of appetite. You may experience bloating and discharge and stomach pain. Abnormal bleeding or vaginal discharge, diarrhea, and constipation. Unusual lumps or increases in the size of the abdomen and urinary frequency.

 Carbokast 450 mg Injection should be given as an injection into veins under the doctor’s supervision. The dose and duration will be decided by the necessity and need of the patient. It depends on the treatment and may change from time to time. You should take medicine as per your doctor’s advice. This medicine is strictly not recommended for children, pregnant women, and breastfeeding mothers. It takes some weeks and months to get a better result. Do not stop taking medicine before your doctor’s advice. You should use the contraceptive pill to avoid pregnancy.

The most common symptoms of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and increased liver enzymes. This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells ( red and white blood cells). It may increase the chances of infections. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells. 

What are the benefits of Carbokast 450mg injection?

• Treatment of ovarian cancer

This ovarian cancer begins in the female reproductive organs that produce eggs.

This type of cancer is detected very late and is fatal. Carbokast 450mg is prescribed for the treatment of ovarian cancer. Carbokast 450mg Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells. It prevents the multiplication of cancer cells, It is an effective medicine so you should discuss the risks and benefits of this medicine with your doctor. Avoid alcohol and drink plenty of water and stay hydrated.

Side effects of Capnat 500mg Tablet

There are Some major and minor side effects of this medicine. But not all side effects need a doctor’s attention. If you may experience any side effects that become serious, You may consult your doctor.

Some of the common side effects of this medicine include

• Low blood cell count
• Abnormal liver function
• Pain at the injection
• Temporary Hair Loss
• Muscle pain or weakness
• Blood in urine and stools
• Numbness of the hands and feet
• Vision problem
• Tarry stools
• Cough

How to take Carbokast 450mg Injection?

Always take this medicine as per your doctor’s consultation. You are not allowed to crush, chew or break the medicine. Swallow it as a whole. Drink plenty of water. Do not miss the dose. If you miss a dose skip the missed dose and follow your schedule regularly on the next day. Do not double the dose. Take medicine every day on time as prescribed by your doctor. Many other medicine can affect this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using during the treatment. It is used as a pill whole with a whole glass of water.

What is the work of Carbokast 450mg Injection?

Carbokast 450mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It works to damage the genetic material ( DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells which stops the growth of cancer cells and prevents their multiplication.