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Capcita is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Colorectal Cancer. Capcita also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Capcita. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Capcita as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Capcita normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Capcita's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Capcita related warnings talks about Capcita's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Skin Disorders and Diseases, Heart Disease must refrain from the use of Capcita since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Capcita contraindications section.
Besides this, Capcita may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Capcita, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Capcita is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Capcita safe for pregnant women?
Capcita should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Capcita safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Capcita may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Capcita should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Capcita on the Kidneys?
Capcita can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Capcita on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Capcita. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Capcita only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Capcita on the Heart?
Side effects of Capcita rarely affect the heart.
Capcita should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Capcita unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Capcita habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Capcita has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Capcita you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Capcita is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Capcita is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Capcita
Taking Capcita with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Capcita
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Capcita and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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