Cancer medicines
Carboplatin
Carboplatin
A platinum chemotherapy often used in combinations.
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How it works
Damages DNA to inhibit cancer-cell growth.[1]
Where it is used
Used in advanced ovarian cancer and other settings; combinations depend on the treatment goal.[1]
Key safety points
Low blood counts can increase infection and bleeding risk. Report fever, bleeding or breathing difficulty during infusion immediately.[2]
Questions for your care team
- Could blood-test results change my treatment schedule?
Sources and scope
Source documents are in English.
General information based on official public sources. This is not a complete list of uses or side effects. Individual treatment decisions require your care team and current source documents. US-source uses do not establish local approval or reimbursement.