About carboplati n
Platinum-based chemotherapy medicine
Used for
- Treats ovarian cancer, including advanced disease.
- Treats some lung cancers and other cancers, often in combination chemotherapy.
Usual adult dose
Dose varies by cancer and kidney function; commonly calculated using the Calvert formula, typically 300–600 mg/m² per treatment cycle.
Usual dose in children
Specialist-calculated dose based on body surface area and kidney function; varies by cancer and regimen.
Common side effects
- Low blood counts, increasing infection or bleeding risk
- Nausea and vomiting
- Kidney or electrolyte problems
- Allergic reactions, sometimes severe
Important warnings
- Given by intravenous infusion under cancer-specialist supervision.
- Blood counts and kidney function need monitoring.
- Dose may need adjustment for reduced kidney function or low blood counts.
- Seek urgent care for breathing difficulty or facial swelling during infusion.
Pregnancy
May harm an unborn baby. Avoid during pregnancy unless a specialist determines treatment is essential.
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is generally not recommended during treatment; ask the oncology team when it may safely resume.
Interactions
- Other medicines that can damage kidneys or hearing may increase toxicity.
- Other treatments that suppress bone marrow may worsen low blood counts.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.