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Carboplatin ( KAR-boe-pla-tin ) (CBDCA, Paraplatin®) What is this medication used for? Carboplatin destroys cancer cells by interfering with their growth cycle.
• This medicine may cause kidney damage. Fluid intake and urine output will be monitored before, during, and after treatment. • Electrolyte supplements may be prescribed to be taken by mouth. • Blood tests will be done to check the levels of electrolytes in the blood. • This medicine may cause hearing loss. A hearing test will be done before receiving this medicine and at certain times during treatment. • Consult your healthcare provider before becoming pregnant, fathering a child, or breastfeeding. It may be important to use birth control while taking this medicine and for several months after treatment is completed. • In utero exposure may cause fetal harm.
What does it look like? • Clear liquid How is it given?
• Into the vein (IV) or venous access device What are the common side effects? • Low blood counts (may continue as long as 21 days after treatment) • Nausea or vomiting • Abnormal levels of electrolytes (such as potassium, magnesium, sodium, or calcium) What are the less common side effects? • Abnormal liver function tests • Constipation or diarrhea • Metallic taste • Hair loss (alopecia) • Stomach (abdominal) pain • Allergic reaction (such as rash or itchy skin; severe allergic reaction [anaphylaxis] is rare) • Hearing loss or problems with balance due from damage to the ear • Numbness or tingling in the fingers and toes (peripheral neuropathy) • Liver damage • Kidney damage Special instructions:
Notes from Your Healthcare Team
Not all of the possible side effects of this medicine and precautions related to taking it are covered in this information sheet. For a complete list of side effects and precautions, ask your healthcare professional (doctor, nurse, pharmacist) for a manufacturer’s package insert or another reference.
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