Capcel 500mg Tablet

Capcel 500mg Tablet contains the active ingredient capecitabine. It is an antimetabolite used in combination with other anticancer drugs for the treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer and breast cancer. The medication is also used for prevention of new occurrences of cancer in the colon after complete removal of the tumour by surgery. Cancer is a disease in which cells multiply in an abnormal and uncontrolled manner.

Common side effects include loss of appetite, headache, runny nose, fever, hair loss, and dry mouth. During treatment, your doctor may periodically monitor your complete blood counts, prothrombin time, and INR to prevent serious complications.

Inform your doctor if you have been diagnosed with stomach ulcers, cataract, lung disease, heart problems, liver disease, skin disease, or kidney disease. Tell your physician before you undergo eye surgery or dental procedures. Inform your doctor if you have experienced any allergic or unusual reactions after taking this tablet.

This medicine can cause fertility issues. Inform your doctor about any fertility concerns you may have before starting treatment.

Capcel 500mg Tablet is not recommended for children and adolescents. Before taking this medicine, ask for physician advice if you are intolerant to sugars as this chemotherapy medication contains lactose. This drug will not be given if you have low white blood cell or platelet count, chickenpox, shingles, or enzyme DPD deficiency (dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase).

Take this medicine within thirty minutes after finishing a meal. This drug can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman.

Capcel 500mg Tablet is used to treat: Adjuvant colon cancer Metastatic colorectal cancer Metastatic breast cancer

Capecitabine is prescribed alone and also in combination with other anticancer medications like Docetaxel and Oxaliplatin. It stops the growth of cancer cells by inhibiting the DNA synthesis. This drug gets converted into its active form called fluorouracil and interferes with cell signalling, ultimately preventing the multiplication of cancer cells.

Take a Capcel 500mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Do not crush or chew the tablet. If you miss a dose of this tablet, take it as soon as you can if it is within 12 hours of the missed dose. If it is over 12 hours since your missed dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your usual dosing times to avoid taking double doses. Call your doctor to ask about making up the missed dose.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious Severe bloody diarrhoea, abdominal pain Heart problems (chest pain, shortness of breath, feeling faint, irregular heartbeat, sudden weight gain) Loss of too much body fluid, kidney failure Serious skin and mouth reactions (skin peeling, blisters) Hand and foot syndrome (swelling, changes in sensation of hands and feet) Liver problems Decreased blood count Common Loss of appetite Weight loss Insomnia, depression Headache, dizziness Eye irritation, redness, increased tears Inflammation of veins Runny nose, fever Infections Hair loss Pain in joints, back Dry mouth, indigestion Constipation

Capcel 500mg Tablet causes skin dryness so it is advised to use an effective moisturiser for your skin. Ensure that you stay hydrated and maintain a balanced diet. Store the drug in the original package at room temperature (25°C). Do not freeze. Keep it out of reach from children and pets. It is important to get the dose at the scheduled time. If you missed the schedule, contact your doctor and reschedule the dose. Avoid driving or operating heavy machines if you experience dizziness, nausea or tiredness while on treatment with this drug.