CAPECITABINE

Overview

CAPECITABINE is a Schedule H drug.
Capecitabine is a cancer medicine that interferes with the growth of cancer cells and slows their spread in the body. Capecitabine is used to treat colon cancer, and breast or colorectal cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. Capecitabine is often used in combination with other cancer medications and/or radiation treatments. Capecitabine belongs to a group of drugs called antimetabolites which work by interfering with DNA production, stopping cells from multiplying. Common side effects include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and mouth sores.

Usage

CAPECITABINE is generally used to treat: Colon Cancer, Rectal Cancer, Breast Cancer, Stomach Cancer

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

How Do I Take It?

CAPECITABINE is generally taken After Food.
Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

  • Swallow tablets whole. Do not cut or crush tablets.
  • Do not take capecitabine if you are nursing a baby. Tell your doctor if you are nursing. Capecitabine may pass to the baby in your milk and harm the baby.
  • Do not take capecitabine if you are allergic to 5-fluorouracil and are allergic to capecitabine or to any of the ingredients in capecitabine
  • Use birth control to prevent pregnancy while you are taking capecitabine, whether you are a man or a woman. Tell your doctor if a pregnancy occurs during treatment.
  • Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without the consent of your doctor. Avoid contact with people who have recently received live vaccines (such as flu vaccine inhaled through the nose).
  • To lower the chance of getting cut, bruised, or injured, use caution with sharp objects like razors and nail cutters, and avoid activities such as contact sports.
  • This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana can make you more dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages.

Symptoms of Overdosage

CAPECITABINE over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Vomit, Loose Motion

Common Side-Effects

CAPECITABINE : Coma, Seizure, Skin Rash, Allergic Skin Disease, Dry Skin, Paralysis, Paleness, Muscle Pain, Vaginitis, Abdomen Pain, Agitation, Back Pain, Body Bruising, Gums Bleeding, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chest Pain, Eyes Burn, Chills, Confusion, Constipation, Cough, Bloody Or Red Colored Vomit, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Decreased Urination, Difficulty Breathing, Difficulty Swallowing, Drowsiness, Dry Mouth, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Fainting, Irregular Heartbeat, Fever, Hallucinations, Head Headache, Irregular Menstrual Periods, Slurred Speech, Increased Thirst, Restless Or Irritability, Lightheadedness, Lower Back Pain, Feet Swelling, Legs Swelling, Rapid Breathing, Sneezing, Throat Soreness, Fatigue (tiredness), Weight Gain, Weight Loss (unintentional)

Serious Side-Effects

CAPECITABINE : Abdomen Pain, Loose Motion, Nausea, Feet Numbness, Palms Pain, Palms Swelling, Mouth Soreness, Fatigue (tiredness), Vomit

Disease Interactions

CAPECITABINE can interfere with: Coronary Artery Disease, Myeloma, Acute Kidney Failure, Acute Liver Failure

Technical Classification

CAPECITABINE is categorized as: ANTIMETABOLITES / ANTINEOPLASTICS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with CAPECITABINE as Ingredient

ATUBRI 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CACIT 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500 MG
CAPCEL 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPCITA 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPECAD 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPECITAPER 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPECITE 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPEGARD 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPEHOPE 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPEHOPE TABCAPECITABINE 500 MG
CAPETA 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPETERO 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPEZAM 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPIIBINE 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPNAT 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPOSTAT 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPXCEL 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPY 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAXETA 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CITABIN 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
DISTAMINE 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
GLANCAP 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
NAPROCAP 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
RELICITABINE 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500 MG
XABINE 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
XECAP 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
XELOCEL 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
XELODA 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
XELODA TABCAPECITABINE 500 MG
XORTIB 150MG TABCAPECITABINE 150.0 MG
XPHIL 300MCG INJCAPECITABINE 300.0 MCG
ZENOCITE 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
ZOCITAB 500MG TABCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG