main menu   -   articles   -   prostate   -   stories   -   sexuality   -   resources   -   glossary   -   search     From Phoenix5's Prostate Cancer Glossary Carboplatin Synonyms: Paraplatin Definition: (KAR-boe-PLA-tin) Used in chemotherapy, it belongs to the family of antineoplastic drugs called platinum compounds and the group of medicines known as alkylating agents. Carboplatin interferes with the growth of cancer cells. A brand name is Paraplatin, made by Bristol-Meyers Squibb. make another selection #s   A  B  C  D  E  F  G  H  I  J  K  L  M  N  O  P  Q  R  S  T  U  V  WXYZ main menu   -   articles   -   prostate   -   stories   -   sexuality   -   resources   -   glossary   -   search The Glossary Booklet   -   The Personal Edition Definitions are provided for education only and are not medical advice. Created exclusively for Phoenix5. © 2002 Phoenix5.