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Citabin Information

Citabin is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Colorectal Cancer are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Citabin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Citabin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Citabin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Citabin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Citabin has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Citabin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Citabin related warnings section.

Citabin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Citabin in conditions like Kidney Disease, Skin Disorders and Diseases, Heart Disease. Other contraindications of Citabin have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Citabin with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Citabin, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Citabin Benefits & Uses

Citabin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Citabin 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

Citabin Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Citabin safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Citabin. If you are pregnant, do not take Citabin without a doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Citabin safe during breastfeeding?


    Citabin should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

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


    Citabin may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

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


    There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Citabin. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

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


    Side effects of Citabin rarely affect the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Citabin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Citabin Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Citabin

  • Is this Citabin habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Citabin.

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Citabin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    No, Citabin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Citabin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Citabin


    It is safe to take Citabin with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Citabin


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Citabin.

    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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