Answer
Yes, carboplatin can cause severe allergic reactions, most often during administration, including potentially fatal cross-reactions with platinum compounds and Kounis syndrome, which can cause a heart attack; reactions require stopping the infusion and appropriate treatment.
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- Carboplatin 10 mg/ml Concentrate for Solution for InfusionHospira UK Ltd · emc · SmPC §4.4 Special warnings and precautions for use · Version 28Document updated
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