Naproplat 150mg Injection
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Miracalus Pharma Pvt Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Carboplatin (150mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Platinum Analogs |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI NEOPLASTICS |
| Action Class | Platinum compounds-Anticancer |
| User Rating | 4.6 |
| User Reviews | 725 |
FAQ
Is it a platinum based drug?
Yes carboplatin is a platinum based drug and is effectively used in combination with other drug
Is Naproplat 150mg FDA approved?
Yes Naproplat 150mg is an FDA approved drug
Is Naproplat 150mg used for breast cancer?
It is used to treat advanced stage breast cancer
Is Naproplat 150mg vesicant/cardio-toxic/ anthracycline?
No Naproplat 150mg is not cardio-toxic/ anthracycline/vesicant
Is Naproplat 150mg a generic?
Yes, Naproplat 150mg is a generic platinum-based compound
Does Naproplat 150mg cause neuropathy/ hearing loss/ hair loss/ weight gain/ constipation/ leukemia?
Yes Naproplat 150mg is known to cause side effects like neuropathy, hearing loss, hair loss, weight gain, and constipation. Please inform your doctor about any side-effect that you may observe on taking this drug. Infertility while on therapy may be caused as a side effect of this drug but it may be reverse after stopping the therapy. Yes Naproplat 150mg may cause leukemia if it is used for a long duration.
Is Naproplat 150mg available in pill form?
No Naproplat 150mg is not available in pill form
Is Naproplat 150mg cell cycle specific?
No, Naproplat 150mg is not a cell cycle specific anticancer medication
What if you forget to take Naproplat Injection?
If you miss a dose of Naproplat 150mg, please consult your doctor.
Naproplat 150mg Injection Reviews
Naproplat 150mg is used in the treatment of ovarian cancer and small cell lung cancer. It shows its working by stopping or slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
Naproplat 150mg is given as an injection into veins under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
Nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and increased liver enzyme are some common side effects of this medicine. This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells (decrease red blood and white blood cells) in your blood, thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections or bleeding. Inform your doctor if you notice fever, sore throat, chills, unusual bleeding or bruising, and dark urine. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with heart, liver, and blood uric acid levels.
You must inform your doctor if you experience allergic reactions with injection such as skin rash, itching, and trouble breathing. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.
Naproplat 150mg is given as an injection into veins under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
Nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and increased liver enzyme are some common side effects of this medicine. This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells (decrease red blood and white blood cells) in your blood, thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections or bleeding. Inform your doctor if you notice fever, sore throat, chills, unusual bleeding or bruising, and dark urine. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with heart, liver, and blood uric acid levels.
You must inform your doctor if you experience allergic reactions with injection such as skin rash, itching, and trouble breathing. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.
How Naproplat 150mg Injection Works
Naproplat 150mg is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells which stops their growth and multiplication.
How to Use Naproplat 150mg Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Benefits of Naproplat 150mg Injection
- In Small cell lung cancer: Small cell lung cancer is a fast-growing type of lung cancer commonly caused by smoking that starts with small tumors in the lungs but eventually spreads to the other parts of the body as well. Naproplat 150mg helps treat such types of cancer and may be given alone or in combination with other medicines. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
- In Ovarian cancer: Ovarian cancer is a cancer that begins in the female organs that produce eggs (ovaries). This type of cancer is usually detected very late and can be fatal too. It usually spreads to the pelvis and stomach. Naproplat 150mg kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is an effective medicine but has some side effects that may be bothersome. So, you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
Uses of Naproplat 150mg Injection
- Small cell lung cancer
- Ovarian cancer
Naproplat 150mg Injection Side Effects
Safety Tips
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Naproplat 150mg is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Naproplat 150mg may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Naproplat 150mg. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Naproplat 150mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Naproplat 150mg is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Kidney
CAUTION
Naproplat 150mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Naproplat 150mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Naproplat 150mg is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests may be advised while you are taking this medicine.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Naproplat 150mg is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- It is given as an injection into the veins under the supervision of a doctor.
References
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 205-207.
- Carboplatin. Maidenhead: Hospira UK Limited; 20 Jul. 2005 [revised Nov. 2018].
- Chabner BA, Bertino J, Cleary J, et al. Cytotoxic Agents. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 1689.
- Chu E, Sartorelli AC. Cancer Chemotherapy. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 944.