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Capemart Tablet

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Curemart Pharma Pvt Ltd

Salt Composition

Capecitabine (500mg)

Overview Capemart Tablet

Oncaspar tablets are indicated for breast, colorectal, and rectal cancers. Other uses may be determined by your physician. It's administered as part of chemotherapy, either solely or in conjunction with other medications. Take Oncaspar tablets with food, within 30 minutes post-meal. Dosage and frequency are physician-determined, varying based on your condition and potentially adjusted over time. Strict adherence to your doctor's instructions is vital; incorrect usage or overdose can cause severe adverse reactions. Therapeutic effects might not be apparent for weeks or months; discontinue only upon your doctor's advice. Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, weakness, abdominal discomfort, and diarrhea. The medication can lower blood cell counts (particularly white blood cells), raising infection risk. Regular blood tests are necessary to monitor blood cell levels, as well as heart, liver, and uric acid levels. Inform your doctor of any kidney or liver issues, or concurrent use of infection-fighting drugs before commencing treatment. Interactions with other medications are possible; disclose all medications to your doctor. This medication is contraindicated during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Effective contraception for both partners is crucial during treatment to prevent pregnancy.

Uses of Capemart Tablet

Malignancy of the mammary glands | Colorectal carcinoma

Major Benefits of Capemart Tablet:

Follow your doctor's instructions precisely regarding dosage and treatment length for this medication. Ingest the Capemart Tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or breaking it. Administer this medication with food.

Common Side effects of Capemart Tablet:

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

How to use Capemart Tablet:

Consume this medication according to your physician's prescribed dosage and schedule. Ingest the tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or fracturing it. Administer Capemart Tablet with a meal.

How Capemart Tablet works:

Capemart tablets function as an antineoplastic agent. Metabolic processes transform the drug into 5-fluorouracil, which inhibits the production of nucleic acids (RNA and DNA) within cancerous cells. This disruption of cellular replication leads to decelerated tumor growth and ultimately, cellular death.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Alcohol consumption alongside Capemart Tablet hasn't been established as safe. Seek medical advice before combining them.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Using Capemart Tablets during pregnancy poses a confirmed risk to the fetus and is therefore inadvisable. In exceptional, life-threatening circumstances, a physician might prescribe it if the potential benefits outweigh the known hazards. Always seek medical advice.

Breast feedingBreast feedingUNSAFE

The use of Capemart Tablets while breastfeeding is contraindicated. Evidence indicates potential infant toxicity from this medication.

DrivingDrivingUNSAFE

Taking Capemart Tablets might reduce alertness, impair vision, or cause drowsiness and dizziness. Refrain from driving if you experience these effects.

KidneyKidneyCAUTION

Patients with impaired kidney function should use Capemart Tablets cautiously, potentially requiring dosage modification under medical supervision. Capemart Tablets are contraindicated in individuals with severely compromised kidney function.

LiverLiverCAUTION

Individuals with liver impairment should use Capemart Tablet cautiously, potentially requiring dosage modification under medical supervision. Capemart Tablet is contraindicated for patients exhibiting severe kidney dysfunction.

What if you forget to take Capemart Tablet :

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Facts to Know About Capemart Tablet

LabelValue
Chemical Type Modified Deoxycytidine
Developing Habits No.
Treatment Category Cancer Medications
Action Class Metabolic Inhibitors

FAQs on Capemart Tablet

Capemart Tablet 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 are also possible. Report any severe or persistent side effects to your doctor.
Capemart Tablet may cause serious side effects including diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, mouth sores, swelling, pain, and skin redness, peeling, or sores on the palms and soles of the feet. Fever, chills, sore throat, infection signs, swollen hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs, chest pain or pressure, rapid heartbeat, dark urine, and jaundice are also possible. Report any of these symptoms to your doctor immediately.
Drowsiness and weakness are common side effects of Capemart Tablet, potentially impairing your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Capemart Tablet may interact dangerously with blood thinners such as warfarin, potentially altering clotting and causing life-threatening bleeding. This risk is amplified in cancer patients, particularly those over 60. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience unusual bleeding (including vomiting or coughing up blood, black or bloody stools, bloody or dark urine), or easy bruising.
Treatment with Capemart Tablet lasts for a variable period, determined by 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 instructions regarding treatment duration.
Effective birth control is essential while taking Capemart Tablets, as the medication can harm a developing fetus. Women should continue birth control for six months following the final dose. Similarly, men whose partners can conceive must use reliable birth control throughout treatment and for three months afterward.
Capemart Tablet is an antineoplastic chemotherapy drug, specifically an antimetabolite. Unlike cytostatic agents, it's a prodrug; its active anti-cancer form is generated within the body, preferentially in tumor tissue.
Regular monitoring by your doctor is necessary while taking Capemart Tablet to assess side effects and treatment response. This may include blood tests to check your complete blood count (CBC), kidney, and liver function, as directed.
Take Capecitabine within 30 minutes of completing a meal. Swallow whole tablets with water; do not crush or cut them. If unable to swallow a whole tablet, consult your doctor. Crushing or cutting Capemart Tablets requires a trained professional using proper equipment and safety measures.
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