Capiibine 500mg Tablet 10's

Capiibine Tablet contains the active pharmaceutical ingredient Capecitabine. It belongs to the category of medicines known as antimetabolites. This medication is used in combination with other anticancer drugs to treat metastatic colorectal and breast cancer. Cancer is a disease in which cells multiply in an abnormal and uncontrolled manner. It is also used to prevent new occurrences of cancer in the colon after the complete removal of the tumour by surgery. The common side effects that are likely to occur with this medicine are loss of appetite, headache, runny nose, fever, hair loss, and dry mouth. During treatment, your doctor may periodically monitor your complete blood counts and prothrombin time, INR, to prevent serious complications. Report to your doctor if you have been diagnosed with stomach ulcers, cataracts, lung disease, or problems in your heart, liver, skin, or kidneys. Inform your physician before you undergo eye surgery or dental procedures. Consult 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 with this medicine. Capiibine 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 medication within thirty minutes after finishing a meal. This drug can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman.

Capiibine is used to treat, Adjuvant colon cancer Metastatic colorectal cancer Metastatic breast cancer

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

Take a Capiibine 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

Capiibine 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.