Capitasy 500 Tablet
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Manufactured By PSYCHOCARE HEALTH PVT LTD
Composition CAPECITABINE
Rs 372.00
MRP Rs 1239.81
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Description: Capitasy 500 Tablet contains the active ingredient Capecitabine. It belongs to the category of medicines known as antimetabolites. This medication is used in combination with other anticancer drugs for the treatment of Metastatic colorectal cancer and breast cancer. Cancer is a disease in which cells multiply in an abnormal and uncontrolled manner. It is also used for the prevention of new occurrences of cancer in the colon after the complete removal of the tumor by surgery.
- Product composition:
- CAPECITABINE
- Side Effects:
- Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
- How to use:
- Take a Capitasy 500 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Do not crush or chew the tablet. If you miss a dose of this tablet, take it as soon as you can if it is within 12 hours of the missed dose. If it is over 12 hours since your missed dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your usual dosing times to avoid taking double doses. Call your doctor to ask about making up the missed dose.
- How it works:
- Capcnamo 500mg is prescribed alone and also in combination with other anticancer medications like Docetaxel and Oxaliplatin. It stops the growth of cancer cells by inhibiting the DNA synthesis. This drug gets converted into its active form called fluorouracil and interferes with cell signalling, ultimately preventing the multiplication of cancer cells.
- Faq for medicine:
- Q: Is Capitasy 500 Tablet prescribed as a monotherapy? A: Capitasy 500 Tablet is prescribed as a monotherapy and also in combination with other anticancer agents like Docetaxel and Oxaliplatin to treat breast and colorectal cancer, respectively. Q: What tests are essential before starting treatment with Capitasy 500 Tablets? A: Before starting treatment with Capitasy 500 Tablet, your healthcare provider will recommend tests for pregnancy, DPD deficiency (dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase), prothrombin time, INR, kidney function tests and serum electrolytes. Q: Is it safe to undergo surgery during the treatment with Capitasy 500 Tablets? A: It is suggested to avoid planning for surgery while on treatment with Capitasy 500 Tablet. Tell your physician before you undergo surgery or dental procedures. Q: What should you do if you miss a dose of Capitasy 500 Tablet? A: If you missed taking a dose of Capitasy 500 Tablet, skip this dose. Do not take two tablets to make up for the missed dose. Report to your healthcare provider right away if you miss taking more than two doses of this drug. Q: Who should not take Capitasy 500 Tablet? A: Capitasy 500 Tablet is not recommended for people who are allergic to this drug, 5-fluorouracil and their ingredients. It is also contraindicated in people with severe kidney disease and DPD deficiency (dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase).
- Medicine interaction:
- Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications may interact with Capitasy 500 Tablet and reduce effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.
