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Karplat is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection, Infusion. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ovarian Cancer. Other than this, Karplat has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Karplat is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Karplat can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Karplat are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Karplat's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Karplat has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Karplat related warnings section.
Karplat is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Anemia, Neutropenia, Infections as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Karplat are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Karplat with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Karplat is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Karplat is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Karplat safe for pregnant women?
Karplat should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Karplat safe during breastfeeding?
Karplat should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Karplat on the Kidneys?
Karplat can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Karplat on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Karplat on the liver.
What is the effect of Karplat on the Heart?
Karplat is completely safe for the heart.
Karplat should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Karplat unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Karplat habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Karplat is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Karplat as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Karplat should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Karplat is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Karplat
Taking Karplat with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Karplat
Information about the interaction of Karplat and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Paraplatin® (carboplatin)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Carboplatin Accord(carboplatin)