Description
Carbenz 150/450 (Carboplatin for injection) is a liquid injection containing active drug concentrate for intravenous use.
Generic Name– Carboplatin
Drug Class– Antineoplastic agent
Carboplatin is a second-generation platinum compound which is used in the treatment of patients with ovarian cancer. It has also shown promising results in the treatment of small cell lung cancer, squamous cell carcinomas of the head and neck, and seminomas. It acts by inducing intrastrand and interstrand DNA cross-links, as well as DNA-protein cross-links, thereby resulting in apoptosis and cell growth inhibition.
Dosage and Administration
Dosage Form and Strengths
Carbenz 150/450 (Carboplatin for injection) is a liquid injection containing active drug concentrate for intravenous use.
Carboplatin is indicated for:
Adverse Reactions
Contraindications