AUM Pharmacy
Health Hub
Search Icon

AUM Pharmacy

Hi there!

Hello, Login
All Categories
VisaVisaVisa
fallback

Capecad 500mg Tablet

Prescription Icon
Prescription Required

Marketer

Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Salt Composition

Capecitabine (500mg)

Overview Capecad 500mg Tablet

Xeloda 500mg tablets are indicated for treating breast, colorectal, and rectal cancers. Other uses may be prescribed by a physician. It's administered alone or in combination with other drugs as part of chemotherapy regimens. Consume Xeloda 500mg tablets with food, within 30 minutes post-meal. Dosage and frequency are determined by your doctor, based on your condition, and may vary. Strictly adhere to the prescribed regimen; incorrect usage or overdose can lead to severe adverse effects. Therapeutic benefits may not be apparent immediately; continue treatment unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, weakness, abdominal discomfort, and diarrhea. This medication can lower blood cell counts (especially white blood cells), increasing infection risk. Regular blood tests monitoring blood cell levels, hepatic and renal function, and uric acid are essential. Inform your doctor of any pre-existing liver or kidney conditions, or concurrent use of anti-infectives before commencing treatment. Drug interactions are possible; disclose all medications to your doctor. This medication is contraindicated during pregnancy and lactation. Reliable contraception for both partners is crucial throughout treatment to prevent conception.

Primary Ingredients of Capecad 500mg Tablet

The provided text is "undefined," therefore no rephrasing is possible.

Uses of Capecad 500mg Tablet

Carcinoma of the breast and colorectal cancer

Major Benefits of Capecad 500mg Tablet:

Consume this medication precisely as your physician directs, adhering to both the prescribed dosage and duration. Ingest the 500mg Capecad tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or fracturing it. It should be taken with a meal.

Common Side effects of Capecad 500mg Tablet:

  • Vomiting
  • Weakness
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Blisters on fingers/feet

How to use Capecad 500mg Tablet:

Consume this medication precisely as prescribed by your physician, adhering to both the dosage and treatment length. Ingest the 500mg Capecad tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or fracturing it. It should be taken with food.

How Capecad 500mg Tablet works:

Capecitabine 500mg tablets are a cancer treatment. Metabolized within the body into 5-fluorouracil, it disrupts the production of RNA and DNA in cancerous cells, inhibiting their proliferation. This ultimately leads to a reduction in cancer cell growth and their eventual destruction.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Alcohol consumption alongside Capecad 500mg Tablet may pose unknown risks. Seek medical advice before combining them.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Using Capecitabine 500mg tablets during pregnancy poses a confirmed risk to the fetus. Therefore, it's contraindicated, except in potentially life-threatening circumstances where a physician deems the benefits outweigh the risks. Always seek medical advice.

Breast feedingBreast feedingUNSAFE

Breastfeeding mothers should avoid Capecitabine 500mg tablets. Evidence indicates potential infant harm from this medication.

DrivingDrivingUNSAFE

Taking a 500mg Capecad tablet may cause drowsiness, blurred vision, dizziness, and reduced awareness. Refrain from driving if you experience these effects.

KidneyKidneyCAUTION

Patients with kidney impairment should use Capecad 500mg tablets cautiously, potentially requiring dosage modification. Consult your physician for guidance. Capecad 500mg tablets are contraindicated in individuals with severe kidney disease.

LiverLiverCAUTION

Patients with liver impairment should use Capecad 500mg tablets cautiously, potentially requiring dosage modification under medical supervision. The use of Capecad 500mg tablets is contraindicated in individuals with severe renal dysfunction.

What if you forget to take Capecad 500mg Tablet :

NA

Facts to Know About Capecad 500mg Tablet

LabelValue
Chemical Category Modified Deoxycytidine
Developing Habits No.
Treatment Category Cancer Medications
Actions Metabolic inhibitors

FAQs on Capecad 500mg Tablet

Capecitabine 500mg tablets may cause stomach pain or upset, constipation, appetite loss, and altered taste. Other possible side effects include increased thirst, fatigue, dizziness, headache, hair loss, skin rash, and musculoskeletal pain. Eye irritation (redness, swelling, itching, tearing) and sleep disturbances may also occur. Report any severe or persistent symptoms to your doctor.
Capecad 500mg Tablet may cause serious side effects including diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, mouth sores, swelling, pain, redness, or peeling skin on the palms and soles. Fever, chills, sore throat, or other infections; swollen hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs; chest pain or pressure; rapid heartbeat; dark urine; and yellowing skin or eyes are also possible. Report any of these symptoms to your doctor immediately.
Capecad 500mg Tablets can cause tiredness and weakness, common side effects that may impair your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Capecitabine 500mg tablets can interact dangerously with blood thinners such as warfarin, potentially altering clotting and causing life-threatening bleeding. This risk is heightened for cancer patients, particularly those over 60. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience unusual bleeding (including vomiting blood, black/tarry stools, bloody urine, or easy bruising).
Treatment duration for Capecad 500mg Tablet varies depending on your condition and response. Treatment typically involves 21-day cycles, each consisting of 14 days of medication followed by a 7-day break. Always follow your doctor's prescribed treatment schedule.
Capecitabine 500mg tablets necessitate birth control use throughout treatment. Women should continue birth control for six months post-treatment. Men whose partners can conceive should use effective birth control during treatment and for three months afterward.
Capecitabine 500mg tablets are an antineoplastic chemotherapy medication, classified as a fluoropyrimidine antimetabolite. Unlike cytostatic drugs, capecitabine isn't directly active; it's converted into an active anticancer agent within the body, with preferential conversion in tumor tissue.
Regular checkups with your doctor are necessary while you're on Capecad 500mg Tablets to monitor side effects and treatment progress. Blood tests, as recommended by your doctor, will track your complete blood count (CBC), kidney, and liver function.
Take Capecitabine tablets whole with water within 30 minutes of completing a meal. Do not crush or cut them unless a healthcare professional does so using proper equipment and safety measures. If you cannot swallow a whole tablet, consult your doctor.
Capecad 500mg Tablet
1,029