Carboplatin (Systemic)
Brand Names : Paraplatin, Paraplatin-AQ
Side Effects of This MedicineAlong with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects.
Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may
need medical attention.
Also, because of the way these medicines act on the body, there is a chance
that they might cause other unwanted effects that may not occur until months
or years after the medicine is used. These delayed effects may include certain
types of cancer, such as leukemia. Discuss these possible effects with your
doctor.
Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical
attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts
to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you
about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your
health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or
are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
This medicine may cause
a temporary loss of hair in some people. After treatment with carboplatin
has ended, normal hair growth should return.
Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If
you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.
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