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Relicitabine 500 Tablet

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Reliance Life Sciences

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Capecitabine (500mg)

Overview Relicitabine 500 Tablet

Relitab 500mg tablets are indicated for treating breast, colorectal, and rectal cancers. The physician may prescribe it for other conditions. This medication is administered alone or alongside other drugs as part of a chemotherapy regimen. Relitab 500mg tablets should be ingested with food, within 30 minutes post-meal. Dosage and frequency are determined by your doctor, depending on your condition and may be adjusted. Strictly adhere to your doctor's instructions; incorrect usage or overdose can lead to severe adverse effects. Therapeutic benefits may take weeks or months to manifest; discontinue only under medical supervision. 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, along with heart, liver, and uric acid levels are crucial. Inform your doctor of any pre-existing liver or kidney issues, or concurrent use of infection-fighting medications. Interactions with other drugs are possible; disclose all medications to your doctor. Relitab 500mg is contraindicated during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Effective contraception for both partners is essential throughout treatment to prevent pregnancy.

Uses of Relicitabine 500 Tablet

Malignancies of the breast and colorectal system

Major Benefits of Relicitabine 500 Tablet:

Consume this medication precisely as directed by your physician, adhering to the prescribed dosage and treatment period. Ingest the tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or fracturing it. Relicitabine 500mg tablets should be administered with a meal.

Common Side effects of Relicitabine 500 Tablet:

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

How to use Relicitabine 500 Tablet:

Consume this medication precisely as directed by your physician, adhering to the prescribed dosage and treatment period. Ingest the tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or fracturing it. The Relicitabine 500 Tablet should be administered with a meal.

How Relicitabine 500 Tablet works:

Relicitabine 500mg tablets function as an antineoplastic agent. Metabolic processes transform this drug into 5-fluorouracil, which inhibits the production of essential genetic components (RNA and DNA) within cancerous cells. This disruption of cellular replication leads to a deceleration of tumor growth and ultimately, cellular death.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Alcohol consumption alongside Relicitabine 500 Tablet lacks established safety data. Seek medical advice before combining them.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Use of Relicitabine 500mg tablets is contraindicated during pregnancy due to established fetal risk. In exceptional, life-threatening circumstances, a physician may consider prescription if the potential benefits outweigh the known hazards. Physician consultation is mandatory.

Breast feedingBreast feedingUNSAFE

The use of Relicitabine 500 Tablets is contraindicated while breastfeeding due to potential infant toxicity. Studies indicate a risk of harm to the nursing infant.

DrivingDrivingUNSAFE

Taking Relicitabine 500mg tablets might cause drowsiness, blurred vision, or dizziness. Refrain from driving if you experience these effects.

KidneyKidneyCAUTION

Patients with kidney impairment should use Relicitabine 500 Tablet cautiously, as dose modification may be necessary. Severe kidney disease contraindicates the use of Relicitabine 500 Tablet; physician consultation is advised.

LiverLiverCAUTION

Patients with liver impairment should use Relicitabine 500mg tablets cautiously, potentially requiring a modified dosage. Physician consultation is advised. Relicitabine 500mg tablets are contraindicated in individuals with severe renal dysfunction.

What if you forget to take Relicitabine 500 Tablet :

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Facts to Know About Relicitabine 500 Tablet

LabelValue
Chemical Type Modified Deoxycytidine
Developing Habits No.
Treatment Category Cancer treatments
Action Category Metabolic inhibitors

FAQs on Relicitabine 500 Tablet

Relicitabine 500 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 may also occur. Report any severe or persistent symptoms to your doctor.
Relicitabine 500 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, infection signs, swollen hands/feet/ankles/legs, chest pain or pressure, rapid heartbeat, dark urine, and jaundice (yellowing skin/eyes) are also possible. Report any of these symptoms to your doctor immediately.
Relicitabine 500 Tablet can cause fatigue and weakness, common side effects that may impair your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Relicitabine 500 Tablet may interact dangerously with blood thinners such as warfarin, potentially altering blood clotting and increasing the risk of severe bleeding, even death. 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 Relicitabine 500 Tablet lasts for a variable period, depending on your condition and response. It's typically administered in 21-day cycles, each consisting of 14 days of medication followed by a 7-day rest. Always follow your doctor's instructions regarding treatment duration.
Relicitabine 500 Tablet use requires reliable birth control. Women must use contraception throughout treatment and for six months afterward to prevent harm to a developing fetus. Men whose partners can conceive must also use effective birth control during treatment and for three months following the final dose.
Relicitabine 500 Tablet is an antineoplastic chemotherapy drug, specifically an antimetabolite. Unlike cytostatic agents, it's a prodrug; activation to its anticancer form occurs primarily within tumor tissue following absorption.
Regular checkups with your doctor are necessary while taking Relicitabine 500 Tablet to monitor side effects and treatment response. Blood tests, as directed, will track your complete blood count (CBC), kidney, and liver function.
Take Capecitabine within 30 minutes of completing a meal. Swallow the tablets whole with water; do not crush or cut them. If unable to swallow a whole tablet, consult your physician. Crushing or cutting Relicitabine 500 Tablets requires a trained professional and specialized equipment to ensure safety.
Relicitabine 500 Tablet
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MRP 1,260
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