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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
UNICARB 450MG INJEC is used to treat ovarian cancer and small-cell lung cancer. It contains Carboplatin which works by stopping the cancer cells from naturally dividing and functioning. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting, and a low platelet count. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition :

CARBOPLATIN-450MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

United Biotech Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About UNICARB 450MG INJEC

UNICARB 450MG INJEC belongs to a group of anti-cancer medicines used for the treatment of ovarian cancer and small-cell lung cancer. It may sometimes be used to treat other cancers. Cancer forms in tissues of the ovary (one of a pair of female reproductive glands in which the ova, or eggs, are formed). Small-cell lung cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the lung.

UNICARB 450MG INJEC contains 'Carboplatin'. Carboplatin acts by penetrating the cell wall and binding to the cell's DNA, stopping the cell from naturally dividing and functioning, ultimately destroying the cell. These medicines target cancer cells because they often affect rapidly dividing cells.

UNICARB 450MG INJEC is prescribed by a doctor experienced in the use of medications to treat cancer. It is administered by a healthcare professional as an injection. You may experience nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting, thrombocytopenia (a low platelet count), peripheral neuropathy (nerves malfunction), nephrotoxicity at high doses and electrolyte disturbances. Most of these side effects of UNICARB 450MG INJEC do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking UNICARB 450MG INJEC for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop the UNICARB 450MG INJEC midway. Talk to your doctor before taking UNICARB 450MG INJEC if you have severe allergic reactions to UNICARB 450MG INJEC or other platinum-containing compounds or if you are suffering from peripheral neuropathy (nerves malfunction), hypotension, cardiac disorders, severe lung problems, pulmonary disorders, posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, thrombocytopenia (a low platelet count), neutropenia (low white blood cell count), tumour lysis syndrome (metabolic abnormalities that can occur as a complication during the treatment of cancer), hepatic disorders. UNICARB 450MG INJEC should not be employed in patients with severe bone marrow depression or significant bleeding. Avoid taking UNICARB 450MG INJEC if you are pregnant or breastfeeding because this UNICARB 450MG INJEC can cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Both women and men using this UNICARB 450MG INJEC should use birth control to avoid pregnancy.

Uses of UNICARB 450MG INJEC

Treatment of Ovarian cancer and Small cell lung cancer

Directions for Use

Parenteral: UNICARB 450MG INJEC will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer.

Medicinal Benefits

UNICARB 450MG INJEC contains 'Carboplatin' which belongs to a group of anti-cancer medicines used to treat ovarian cancer and small cell lung cancer. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA) of the cancer cells, which stops their growth and multiplication. It can be used alone or with other chemotherapy drugs depending on your cancer type.

How UNICARB 450MG INJEC Works

UNICARB 450MG INJEC contains 'Carboplatin'. Carboplatin acts by penetrating the cell wall and binding to the cell's DNA, stopping the cell from naturally dividing and functioning, ultimately destroying the cell. These medicines target cancer cells because they often affect rapidly dividing cells.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of UNICARB 450MG INJEC

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Loss of appetite
  • Hair loss and numbness
  • Tingling
  • Burning
  • Pain in the hands or feet
  • Nephrotoxicity at high doses
  • Electrolyte disturbances
  • Thrombocytopenia (low blood platelet count)
  • Peripheral neuropathy (nerves malfunction)
  • Leukopenia (low white blood cell count)

What if I have taken an overdose of UNICARB 450MG INJEC

It is unlikely to overdose on parenteral medication as it is administered by a healthcare professional. However, seek medical attention if you experience symptoms of overdose such as black/tarry/bloody stools, bloody vomit or vomited material that looks like coffee grounds, unusual bruising or bleeding, decreased urination, pain, burning, or tingling in the hands or feet, ringing in ears and difficulty hearing.

Drug Warnings

UNICARB 450MG INJEC should be taken under strict medical supervision. The doctor will regularly monitor your condition while taking UNICARB 450MG INJEC. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking UNICARB 450MG INJEC for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop the UNICARB 450MG INJEC midway. Talk to your doctor before taking UNICARB 450MG INJEC if you have severe allergic reactions to UNICARB 450MG INJEC or other platinum-containing compounds or if you are suffering from peripheral neuropathy (nerves malfunction), hypotension, cardiac disorders, severe lung problems, pulmonary disorders, posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, thrombocytopenia (a low platelet count), neutropenia (low white blood cell count), tumour lysis syndrome (metabolic abnormalities that can occur as a complication during the treatment of cancer), hepatic disorders. UNICARB 450MG INJEC should not be employed in patients with severe bone marrow depression or significant bleeding. Avoid taking UNICARB 450MG INJEC if you are pregnant or breastfeeding because this UNICARB 450MG INJEC can cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Both women and men using this UNICARB 450MG INJEC should use birth control to avoid pregnancy. Peripheral blood counts should be frequently monitored during UNICARB 450MG INJEC treatment and appropriate until recovery is achieved.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CarboplatinSorafenib
Critical
CarboplatinAdalimumab
Severe

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CarboplatinSorafenib
Critical
How does the drug interact with UNICARB 450MG INJECTION :
Co-administration of Sorafenib with UNICARB 450MG INJECTION can increase the risk or severity of serious side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Sorafenib with UNICARB 450MG INJECTION together is not recommended as it can cause an interaction, consult a doctor before taking it. However if you experience any unusual symptoms, consult the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
CarboplatinAdalimumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with UNICARB 450MG INJECTION :
Using Adalimumab with UNICARB 450MG INJECTION can increase the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking UNICARB 450MG INJECTION and Adalimumab together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle pains, breathing difficulty, blood in your coughing fluid, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, and discomfort or burning sensation when you urinate, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
CarboplatinBacitracin
Severe
How does the drug interact with UNICARB 450MG INJECTION :
Taking UNICARB 450MG INJECTION and bacitracin can increase the risk of nephrotoxicity(kidney damage).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of UNICARB 450MG INJECTION and bacitracin can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
CarboplatinClozapine
Severe
How does the drug interact with UNICARB 450MG INJECTION :
Taking UNICARB 450MG INJECTION with Clozapine may enhance the risk of serious infection.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of UNICARB 450MG INJECTION with clozapine can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscular pains, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm(mucous secretion), red or irritated skin, body sores, or discomfort or burning during urination, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
CarboplatinLeflunomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with UNICARB 450MG INJECTION :
Co-administration of leflunomide with UNICARB 450MG INJECTION can increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of UNICARB 450MG INJECTION with leflunomide can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, If you experience fever, chills, diarrhoea, sore throat, muscular pains, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm(mucous secretion), red or irritated skin, body sores, or discomfort or burning during urination, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
CarboplatinCladribine
Severe
How does the drug interact with UNICARB 450MG INJECTION :
Using cladribine and UNICARB 450MG INJECTION together can increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of UNICARB 450MG INJECTION and cladribine can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, If you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscular pains, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, red or inflamed skin, body sores, or discomfort or burning during urination, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
CarboplatinTofacitinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with UNICARB 450MG INJECTION :
Co-administration of UNICARB 450MG INJECTION with tofacitinib can increase the risk of serous infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, UNICARB 450MG INJECTION can be taken with tofacitinib if prescribed by the doctor. However, If you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscular pains, breathing difficulty, blood in phlegm(mucous secretion), red or irritated skin, body sores, or discomfort or burning during urination, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
CarboplatinFingolimod
Severe
How does the drug interact with UNICARB 450MG INJECTION :
Using UNICARB 450MG INJECTION with Fingolimod can increase the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between UNICARB 450MG INJECTION and Fingolimod, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle pains, breathing difficulty, blood in your coughing fluid, red or irritated skin, body sores, and discomfort or burning sensation when you urinate, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
CarboplatinThalidomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with UNICARB 450MG INJECTION :
Taking UNICARB 450MG INJECTION with thalidomide can increase the risk of blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of UNICARB 450MG INJECTION with thalidomide can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, If you experience chest pain, breathing difficulty, coughing up blood, and pain, redness, or swelling in an arm or leg, sudden loss of vision, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
CarboplatinCertolizumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with UNICARB 450MG INJECTION :
Using UNICARB 450MG INJECTION with Certolizumab can increase the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking UNICARB 450MG INJECTION with Certolizumab together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle pains, breathing difficulty, blood in your coughing fluid, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, and discomfort or burning sensation when you urinate, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight.
  • Include leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, fatty fish, berries, yoghurt, apples, peaches, cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, beans, and herbs in your diet.
  • Get optimal sleep; rest well.
  • Performing yoga may also help in improving both physical and mental health.
  • Maintain a healthy weight by performing regular low-strain exercises and eating healthy food.
  • De-stress yourself by meditating, reading books, taking a warm bubble bath or listening to soothing music.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Avoid fast food, fried food, processed meats, refined carbs and added sugars.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

CHEMOTHERAPY

UNICARB 450MG INJEC Substitute

Substitutes safety advice
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    58.21per tablet
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    54.24per tablet
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    66.15per tablet
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    53.04per tablet
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Alcohol

Caution

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking UNICARB 450MG INJEC. It could lead to avoiding unpleasant side effects.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

UNICARB 450MG INJEC should not be used during pregnancy because it causes harm to the fetus (newborn baby). Both women of childbearing potential and men must use an effective contraception method while taking UNICARB 450MG INJEC and at least six months afterwards. Please consult your doctor about any concerns regarding this.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

UNICARB 450MG INJEC should not be taken during breastfeeding as it passes into the breastmilk and may harm the nursing baby. It is contraindicated in breastfeeding mothers. Please consult your doctor about any concerns regarding this.

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Driving

Caution

UNICARB 450MG INJEC may affect your reactions and your ability to drive. Possible side effects of chemotherapy with UNICARB 450MG INJEC may occur, such as nausea and vomiting. If you are affected by these side effects, you should not drive and/or operate machines that require you to be alert.

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Liver

Caution

If you have had a history or evidence of any liver-related diseases, please consult the doctor before taking UNICARB 450MG INJEC. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

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Kidney

Caution

If you have had a history or evidence of any kidney-related diseases, please consult the doctor before taking UNICARB 450MG INJEC. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

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Children

Unsafe

Efficacy and safety have not been established. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing them.

FAQs

UNICARB 450MG INJEC is used to treat ovarian cancer and small-cell lung cancer.
UNICARB 450MG INJEC contains 'Carboplatin'. Carboplatin works by breaching the cellular wall and binding to the cell’s DNA, preventing the cell from dividing and functioning normally, which eventually kills the cell.
Yes, UNICARB 450MG INJEC can cause low neutrophils levels, a type of white blood cells that help fight infections. If your white blood cells become low, you can be at higher risk for infections. Tell your doctor if you develop a fever or believe you have an infection.
UNICARB 450MG INJEC should be administered under the supervision of a qualified physician experienced in the use of cancer chemotherapeutic agents.
Before you receive treatment with UNICARB 450MG INJEC, tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions. You should not receive UNICARB 450MG INJEC if you are allergic to carboplatin or any contents in UNICARB 450MG INJEC. It should not be employed in patients with severe bone marrow depression or significant bleeding.
If not given an inappropriate dose, UNICARB 450MG INJEC can cause toxic effects, although not everyone gets it. So, UNICARB 450MG INJEC is prescribed by a doctor experienced in the use of medications to treat cancer only.
Avoid taking UNICARB 450MG INJEC if you are pregnant because UNICARB 450MG INJEC can cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Females should follow effective birth control methods during treatment and at least six months after the final dose of UNICARB 450MG INJEC.
UNICARB 450MG INJEC is administered to you through an intravenous (IV) infusion. A healthcare professional usually gives it in a medical facility.
UNICARB 450MG INJEC is not cell cycle specific. It works by forming DNA adducts, which leads to cell death. This mechanism of action is not specific to any particular phase of the cell cycle, meaning it can affect cells at various stages of their life cycle.
Yes, UNICARB 450MG INJEC is FDA approved. It was approved on 3 March 1989.
Yes, UNICARB 450MG INJEC is a platinum-containing compound medication that works by stopping or slowing the growth of cancer cells.
UNICARB 450MG INJEC may cause side effects, including neuropathy (tingling and numbness) in the hands and feet, hearing loss, temporary hair loss, and constipation. Weight gain is rare but possible. While leukemia is not typically associated with UNICARB 450MG INJEC, the long-term use of any chemotherapy drug can increase the risk of secondary cancers. It's important to discuss any side effects with your doctor to manage them effectively.
UNICARB 450MG INJEC is not a vesicant, and it does not cause blistering or tissue damage if it leaks out of the vein. It is also not cardio-toxic, so it does not specifically target the heart. Additionally, Carboplatin is not an anthracycline, as it does not belong to that class of platinum-containing compounds.
Yes, sometimes the doctor may suggest UNICARB 450MG INJEC to treat breast cancer based on your health situation. It is often given in combination with other chemotherapy drugs for optimal results.
UNICARB 450MG INJEC is not available in pill form; It is available in two primary dosage forms: injection and powder for injection.
The common side effects of the UNICARB 450MG INJEC are nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, sores in the mouth and throat, pain, burning, or tingling in the hands or feet, pain, itching, redness, swelling, blisters, or sores in the place where the medication was injected, hair loss, pain, weakness, loss in ability to taste food. However, these symptoms vanish as your body adjusts to the medication. If these symptoms become worse, please consult a doctor for relief.
The efficacy and safety of UNICARB 450MG INJEC have yet to be established for using children. Please consult your doctor. The doctor will help determine whether the potential benefits outweigh the possible risks and make the appropriate recommendation.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

FC/B-1 (Extn.), Mohan Co-operative Industrial Estate Mathura Road, New Delhi - 110 044
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