Capcibin 500 Mg Tablet

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS5271

USA Brand Name

Xeloda

Strength

500mg

Generic Name

Capecitabine (500Mg)

Manufacturer

Wellfort Healthcare LLP

## Capcibin 500 Mg Tablet (Capecitabine)

## What Is The Generic Name For Capcibin 500 Mg Tablet:

Capecitabine is the generic version for Capcibin 500 mg Tablet

## Which US Brand is Equivalent To Capcibin 500 Mg Tablet (Capecitabine):

Xeloda

## About Capcibin 500 Mg Tablet (Capecitabine)

Capcibin 500 mg Tablet contains an active ingredient, Capecitabine, which is used in the treatment of colorectal and breast cancer. Breast cancer is cancer that develops due to the unrestrained growth of breast tissue cells. The breast tissue contains the glands called lobules that produce milk & thin tubes called ducts. Cancer can begin in either of these. Depending on where cancer starts, breast cancer can be of two types: Ductal carcinoma that develops in cells of the lining of milk duct and Lobular carcinoma that develops in the lobules. Colon & rectum are part of the large intestine. Colorectal cancer starts when tumors form in the lining of the large intestine. It is common in both men & women. This medicine is easily available with all the leading pharmacies, drugstores, & medical supply stores; though, this medication should be taken on doctor’s prescription only.

## Manufacturer :

Wellfort Healthcare LLP is the primary pharmaceutical company that manufactures Capcibin 500 mg Tablet.

## Strength :

Capcibin 500 mg Tablet contains an active constituent, Capecitabine (500 mg). This medicine is easily available with all the leading pharmacies, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Capcibin 500 Mg Tablet (Capecitabine):

Capcibin 500 mg Tablet is used for the treatment in the following conditions:

Breast cancer

Cancer of colon and rectum

## How Capcibin 500 Mg Tablet (Capecitabine) Works:

Capcibin 500 mg Tablet has an active ingredient, Capecitabine, an anticancer medication. This medicine acts by interfering with the expansion of genetic material (DNA & RNA) of the cancer cells. This slows down the development of cancer cells & eventually kills them.

## Before You Use Capcibin 500 Mg Tablet (Capecitabine):

Make certain that:

You are not having some severe Disease

You are not sensitive to Capecitabine

You must update your doctor vis-à-vis your medical histories like your pre-existing disease, Medications & surgeries, supplements, Food Habits, lifestyle, and the rest.

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Capcibin 500 Mg Tablet (Capecitabine):

You should avoid driving

You should avoid taking alcohol

You should avoid smoking

You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

## When Not To Use Capcibin 500 Mg Tablet (Capecitabine):

You should not take Capcibin 500 mg Tablet if you:

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity

Have liver problems

Have diarrhea

Have kidney problems

Are patient with osteoporosis

Have skin disorders

Have infections

Have low blood cell count

Are pregnant

Are breastfeeding

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Have Allergy to the Tablet

Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs

Have Liver/ Kidney disease

Have infections

## Dosage :

Capcibin 500 mg Tablet contains an active ingredient, Capecitabine, which is used in the treatment of colorectal & breast cancer. This medicine is easily available with all the leading pharmacies, drugstores, and medical supply stores; though, this medication should be taken on doctor’s prescription only. The patient must discuss with the medical doctor for an alteration of dosage & time of medicine, knowing the fact that severity of the disease can vary from person to person. Your doctor can best judge this adjustment.

Adults are advised to take Capcibin 500 mg Tablet at a fixed time with food as instructed by your medical doctor. You must take Capcibin 500 mg Tablet regularly on time for better results.

## How Much Of The Capcibin 500 Mg Tablet (Capecitabine) to Be Used:

Capcibin 500 mg Tablet is easily available in various strengths & substitutes. Patients are suggested to pursue doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Capcibin 500 mg Tablet. You must not take this Tablet on your own & for a more extended period as recommended by the doctor.

## How To Take The Capcibin 500 Mg Tablet (Capecitabine):

Capcibin 500 mg Tablet should be taken at a fixed time, as suggested by your doctor. Swallow the medicine as a whole. You must not chew, crush or break the Tablet. Capcibin 500 mg Tablet can be taken with food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Capcibin 500 Mg Tablet (Capecitabine):

You are always suggested to take Capcibin 500 mg Tablet as prescribed. You must not stop or start taking this medicine all of a sudden on your own. You must follow all the procedures given by your doctor carefully. You should not receive the Tablet in a smaller or larger measure or for an extended period than suggested by the doctor.

## Overdose :

You must seek medical emergency treatment & get in touch with your medical doctor straight away in the situation of any overdose symptoms. The emergency treatment will be started by your medical doctor if they observe any overdose symptoms in you.

## Missed Dose:

The missed dose of the Tablet has to be taken as fast as viable. You should firmly skip out the missed dose if it is the time for your next planned dosage by now. It is strictly recommended not to double the dosage of the treatment to make up for the missed dose.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Capcibin 500 Mg Tablet (Capecitabine):

Diarrhea

Abdominal pain

Hair loss

Low white blood cell count

Blurred vision

Headache

Dry mouth

Increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight

Muscle or joint pain

Loss of appetite

Bone pain

Vomiting

Weakness

Nausea

Fatigue

Painful blisters on hands and feet

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Many of the medicines have been reported to interact with Capcibin 500 mg Tablet. These interactions may engender some unwanted or unfavorable effects, or it may probably cause your drug not to function correctly. You should often have a conversation with your doctor if you are taking other prescription/ Supplements; consequently, well-proposed medication can be given. It interacts with the following medicines:

Allopurinol

Phenytoin

Phenindione

Clozapine

Folic Acid

Live attenuated vaccines and related products

This medicine can as well interact with the following mentioned disease condition:

Infections

Kidney disease

Heart Disease

Diarrhea

Dehydration

Skin reactions

Liver disease

## Warning And Precaution:

Capcibin 500 mg Tablet can worsen the conditions like:

Kidney/ Liver disease

Allergy

Infections

You must get your blood test done repeatedly during treatment to monitor the side effects of Capecitabine on your blood cells

Regular blood tests are essential to check your blood cells along with kidney, liver & heart function during treatment with this medicine

You must also get your blood pressure and levels of proteins in urine checked regularly while taking this medicine

You have to use a consistent contraceptive method to avoid pregnancy while you are on this medication as it can cause birth defects

You should not drive or operate heavy machines besides taking this medicine as it may cause dizziness

You are supposed not to take this drug if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or are breastfeeding

You must always discuss with your medical doctor to obtain the first-rate treatment if you are observing a number of the conditions mentioned above.

## Things To Remember:

Keep the Capcibin 500 mg Tablet out of reach & vision of the children

This treatment is strictly used with care for the treatment of children

Capcibin 500 mg Tablet is not suggested for use by pregnant women due to the augmented risk of detrimental effects on the unborn child

You have to always check up the information in predominantly printed on the leaflet/ insert of the medicine

You must continuously discuss with your medical doctor if you have any uncertainty in terms of the dosage, strength & time of the drug.

## Indications :

Capcibin 500 mg Tablet should be used as recommended by your doctor. You must not take this drug for a more extended period than prescribed by the medical doctor.

## Storage :

Store the Capcibin 500 mg Tablet at room temperature in dark & dry location. Make sure that the Tablet is intact & not broken while purchasing or storing.