Capecitabine Tablet

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Capecitabine Tablet

10 Tablet in 1 Strip
₹ 717
10 TABLET | 1 Strip
₹ 717
169 people have bought this recently
  • Manufactured by: Jan Aushadhi
  • Contains / Salt: Capecitabine

Capecitabine Information

Capecitabine is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Capecitabine have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Capecitabine depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.



Capecitabine Benefits & Uses

Capecitabine is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Capecitabine Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Colorectal Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2000 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Colorectal Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2000 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)
  • Disease: Breast Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2000 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Capecitabine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Capecitabine is used -

Moderate

Mild

Capecitabine Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Capecitabine safe for pregnant women?


    Capecitabine shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Capecitabine safe during breastfeeding?


    Capecitabine may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Capecitabine on the Kidneys?


    There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Capecitabine. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Capecitabine on the Liver?


    You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Capecitabine. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Capecitabine on the Heart?


    Capecitabine has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Capecitabine with Other Drugs

Capecitabine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Capecitabine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Capecitabine unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Capecitabine

  • Is this Capecitabine habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Capecitabine is addictive.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Capecitabine. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Capecitabine only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Capecitabine is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Capecitabine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Capecitabine


    It is safe to take Capecitabine with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Capecitabine


    Information about the interaction of Capecitabine and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 272-273

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 864

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Xeloda® (capecitabine)

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Capecitabine Sandoz® (capecitabine)



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