paraplatin
Paraplatin (Carboplatin) is a platinum-based drug used to treat Urinary Bladder Neoplasms, Bone Marrow Diseases, Breast Neoplasms, Esophageal Neoplasms.
Carboplatin · by Cordenpharma
Available as a generic: Carboplatin
⚠ FDA reports a current shortage of the injection form — availability differs between suppliers — see drug shortages →Key facts
- Active ingredient
- Carboplatin
- Drug class
- Platinum-Based Drug
- Form
- Injectable
- Strength
- Carboplatin 150MG/15ML (10MG/ML) **Federal Register Determination That Product was not Discontinued or Withdrawn for Safety or Effectiveness reasons** · Carboplatin 450MG/45ML (10MG/ML) **Federal Register Determination That Product was not Discontinued or Withdrawn for Safety or Effectiveness reasons** · Carboplatin 50MG/5ML (10MG/ML) **Federal Register Determination That Product was not Discontinued or Withdrawn for Safety or Effectiveness reasons** · Carboplatin 600MG/60ML (10MG/ML) **Federal Register Determination That Product was not Discontinued or Withdrawn for Safety or Effectiveness reasons**
- Type
- Prescription (Rx)
- Brand or generic
- Brand-name
- May treat
- urinary bladder neoplasms, bone marrow diseases, breast neoplasms
- Manufacturer
- Cordenpharma
- FDA application
- NDA020452
- Availability
- Discontinued (per FDA)
Drug class
May treat (source: NIH RxClass)
- urinary bladder neoplasms
- bone marrow diseases
- breast neoplasms
- esophageal neoplasms
- lung neoplasms
- germ cell and embryonal neoplasms
See how Paraplatin ranks — best-rated platinum-based drug for:
Dosage forms
Injectable
The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.
Ways to save
Ask for the generic
Same active ingredient, far cheaper. Is there a generic? →
Request a 90-day supply
Bulk fills usually lower the per-dose price vs monthly refills.
Use copay cards
Manufacturer copay cards & patient-assistance programs — especially for brand drugs.
Compare alternatives
A same-class option may cost less. See alternatives →
Frequently asked questions
- What does Paraplatin treat?
- Paraplatin (Carboplatin) may be used to treat urinary bladder neoplasms, bone marrow diseases, breast neoplasms, esophageal neoplasms, lung neoplasms, germ cell and embryonal neoplasms, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.
- Is there a coupon or discount for Paraplatin?
- pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Paraplatin. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
- Who makes Paraplatin?
- Paraplatin is marketed by Cordenpharma. You can see Cordenpharma's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
- Is Paraplatin a brand-name or generic drug?
- Paraplatin is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Carboplatin. Lower-cost generic equivalents containing Carboplatin are available — ask your pharmacist.
- Is Paraplatin available over the counter?
- No. Paraplatin is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
- What forms does Paraplatin come in?
- Paraplatin is currently marketed as injectable, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
- What class of drug is Paraplatin?
- Paraplatin is classified as platinum-based drug, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.
- Is Paraplatin FDA-registered?
- Paraplatin is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA020452. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Information is sourced from public FDA regulatory data. Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.
Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to write one.
People also viewed
Compare Paraplatin head-to-head
Browse medications A–Z
Research products from A to Z, compare independent ratings, and find alternatives.
paraplatin
New