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Carboplatin (Paraplatin)

Carboplatin is one of the newer chemotherapy drugs which has been in use for over a decade. It is an active medicine against many cancers. Carboplatin is a white powder which ,when prepared for use is a clear, colorless liquid. It is given by intravenous route only and is most commonly used in treatment of the following cancers:

• Ovaries

• Lung

• Head and Neck

• Leukemias

• Testis

• Endometrial

The type and extent of a cancer will determine the method and schedule of administration of this drug. This decision is made by the medical oncologist. Carboplatin may be given as a continuous intravenous infusion over four to five days, or given on a scheduled basis, e.g., once a week or once every three to four weeks, etc.)

Side Effects:

The degree and severity of the side effects depend on the amount and schedule of the administration of Carboplatin. Following are some of the most common and significant ill effects: 

• Low white blood counts

• Low platelet count

• Anemia

• Hair Loss

• Nausea

• Diarrhea

• Nerve damage

It is imperative that a patient relay any side effects or problems to his/her medical oncologist.