Carboteen 150mg Injection 15ml
By VHB LIFE SCIENCES LIMITED
15ml Injection in Vial
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Carboteen 150 MG Description
Carboteen Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It contains carboplatin as the active substance. Carboteen Injection is used to treat certain types of lung cancer and ovarian cancer. Carboteen Inje
ction will be given to you by your doctor or nurse. Do not self-inject it. Before starting this medicine, inform your doctor if you are pregnant/breastfeeding and about your complete medical history. This medicine is not recommended for use in children.
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Contains | Carboplatin(150.0 Mg) |
Uses | Lung and ovarian cancer |
Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, visual disturbance |
Therapy | ANTI-NEOPLASTIC |
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Uses of Carboteen 150 MG
Carboteen Injection is used in the treatment of certain types of lung cancer and ovarian cancer.
Contraindications of Carboteen 150 MG
- If you are allergic to carboplatin or to any of the ingredients of Carboteen Injection.
- If you have had allergic reactions to similar platinum-containing medicines in the past.
- If you have kidney disease.
- If you have fewer blood cells than normal.
- If you have a tumour that bleeds.
- If you plan to receive a yellow fever vaccination or have just received one.
Side effects of Carboteen 150 MG
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhoea
- Visual disturbance
Precautions and Warnings of Carboteen 150 MG
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Carboteen 150mg Injection 15ml during pregnancy?
A:
There is limited information on the effect of Carboteen Injection during pregnancy and hence should not be used in pregnant women. This medicine should only be used in pregnant women if recommended by the doctor after assessing the need and the risk.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Carboteen 150mg Injection 15ml while breastfeeding?
A:
No information is available if Carboteen Injection passes into human breast milk. Thus, this medicine should not be used in breastfeeding women.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Carboteen 150mg Injection 15ml?
A:
There is limited information on the effect of Carboteen Injection on driving ability. However, if you experience any effects after taking this medicine that may affect your ability to drive safely, it is advised to avoid driving.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Carboteen 150mg Injection 15ml?
A:
There is limited information available on the interaction of alcohol with Carboteen Injection. Ask your doctor for advice on alcohol intake along with this medicine.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You are pregnant or there is a chance you may be pregnant.
- You are breastfeeding.
- You have kidney disease.
- You are elderly (over 65 years old).
- You have been treated with cisplatin or similar anti-cancer medicines in the past. If so, Carboteen Injection may cause abnormalities in your nervous system, such as pins and needles or hearing and vision problems. ...
- You have headaches, altered mental functioning, seizures and abnormal vision (from blurriness to vision loss).
- You develop extreme tiredness and shortness of breath with decreased number of red blood cells (haemolytic anaemia), alone or combined with low platelet count, abnormal bruising (thrombocytopenia) and kidney disease where you pass little or no urine after using this medicine. ...
- You have a fever (temperature greater than or equal to 38°C) or chills, which could be signs of infection.
Mode of Action of Carboteen 150 MG
How Does It Work?
Carboteen Injection interacts with DNA (genetic material) and causes certain changes in the DNA. This results in problems in DNA synthesis leading to anti-cancer effects.
Directions for Use of Carboteen 150 MG
- Carboteen Injection will be given in the hospital by your doctor or nurse.
- Do not self-inject this medicine. Follow any aftercare instructions given by the doctor or nurse.
Interactions of Carboteen 150 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Carboteen Injection works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Particular care should be taken if you are taking medicines that can reduce the number of cells in your blood at the same time as Carboteen Injection.
- Some antibiotics called aminoglycosides, vancomycin, capreomycin and water tablets (diuretics), if taken at the same time as this medicine, may increase the risk of kidney or hearing problems.
- Live or live-attenuated vaccines (for yellow fever vaccine) should not be taken at the same time as Carboteen Injection.
- Caution should be exercised when taking blood-thinning medicines like warfarin and other medicines which decrease the activity of the immune system (ciclosporin, tacrolimus and sirolimus).
- Phenytoin and fosphenytoin (used to treat various types of convulsions and seizures) taken at the same time as this medicine may increase the risk of a seizure.
Storage and disposal of Carboteen 150 MG
- Store Carboteen Injection in a cool and dry place. Protect from light. Do not freeze.
- Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Carboteen 150 MG
Overdose
Carboteen Injection will be given to you by a doctor or nurse and hence, the chances of an overdose are unlikely.
Missed a Dose
It is unlikely that a dose of Carboteen Injection will be missed if you are monitored in a healthcare setup. However, if you have missed taking a dose of the injection, inform the doctor or nurse immediately....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is Carboteen Injection used for?
A: Carboteen Injection is used in the treatment of certain types of lung cancer and ovarian cancer.
Q: How will Carboteen Injection be given to me?
- Carboteen Injection will be given in the hospital by your doctor or nurse.
- Do not self-inject this medicine. Follow any aftercare instructions given by the doctor or nurse.
References
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- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 07 June 2022]
- Carboplatin 10 mg/ml Intravenous Infusion - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 07 June 2022]
- Carboplatin 10 mg/ml Intravenous Infusion - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 07 June 2022]
Product Details
Brand
CARBOTEEN
Expires on or After
07/03/2025
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