Luporal (100+224) Mg Capsules

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS3370

USA Brand Name

Fimer

Strength

100mg + 224mg

Generic Name

Tegafur, Uracil

Manufacturer

Lupin Limited

## Luporal 100 Mg + 224 Mg Capsule (Tegafur & Uracil)

## What Is The Generic Name For Luporal 100 Mg + 224 Mg Capsule:

Tegafur & Uracil is the generic version for Luporal 100 mg + 224 mg Capsule

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Luporal 100 Mg + 224 Mg Capsule (Tegafur & Uracil):

Fimer

## About Luporal 100 Mg + 224 Mg Capsule (Tegafur & Uracil)

Luporal 100 mg + 224 mg Capsule contains active ingredients, Tegafur & Uracil, which is used in the treatment ofcancer. Cancer starts in the cells, which are the building blocks of the body. Normally, body forms new cells as it need them, replacing old cells that die. Sometimes this process goes wrong. And new cells grow even when you do not need them, & old cells do not die when they should. These extra cells can structure a mass called a tumor which can be benign or malignant. This drug is available at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores & must be taken by doctor’s prescription only

## Manufacturer :

Lupin Ltd. is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Luporal 100 mg + 224 mg Capsule.It can be purchased from our online pharmacy.

## Strength :

Luporal 100 mg + 224 mg Capsule contains active ingredients, Tegafur & Uracil, which is available in other substitutes also at all the leading online pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Luporal 100 Mg + 224 Mg Capsule (Tegafur & Uracil):

Luporal 100 mg + 224 mg Capsule is used in the treatment in following conditions:

Cancer

## How Luporal 100 Mg + 224 Mg Capsule (Tegafur & Uracil) Works:

Luporal 100 mg + 224 mg Capsule has active ingredients; Tegafur & Uracil. Tegafur & Uracil work by interfering with the growth of DNA & RNA of cancer cells by substituting their building blocks. This prevents the cancer cells from growing & multiplying. Surplus Uracil competes with 5-FU for DPD, consequently inhibiting 5-FUcatabolism. The Tegafur is taken up by the cancer cells & breaks down into 5-FU, a substance which kills tumor cells. TheUracilcauses higher amounts of 5-FU to stay inside the cells & kill them. Tegafur drug is a type ofantimetabolite. Uracil also helps protect the gastrointestinal tract from 5-FU toxicity & the related metabolites, with a lesser amount of side effects than 5-FU & other 5-FU related (pro) drugs.Tetrahydrofuran metabolites from the Tegafur metabolism which is distinctive among 5-FU based drugs. It also improves theantiangiogenic& cytocidal performance of 5-FU, particularly in patients with over-expressedHIF-1.

## Before You Use Luporal 100 Mg + 224 Mg Capsule (Tegafur & Uracil):

Make sure that:

You are not allergic to Tegafur & Uracil

You are not having any serious Disease

Your doctor must be learned about your medicinal history like your pre- existing disease, surgeries & Medications, Supplements, Food Habits, lifestyle, etc.

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Luporal 100 Mg + 224 Mg Capsule (Tegafur & Uracil):

You should avoid taking alcohol

You should avoid driving

You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

## When Not To Use Luporal 100 Mg + 224 Mg Capsule (Tegafur & Uracil):

You should not take Luporal 100 mg + 224 mg Capsule if you:

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity

Have liver problems

Have active infections

Have blood disorder

Have Kidney disease

Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Have Allergy to the Capsule

Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs

Have Liver/ Kidney disease

Have infections

Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive

Are Breastfeeding

## Dosage:

Luporal 100 mg + 224 mg Capsule contains active ingredients, Tegafur & Uracil, which is used in the treatment ofcancer. This medicine is accessible in different substitutes & strengths & must be purchased or given on doctor’s prescription only. You must consult your physician for dosage and time because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Luporal 100 mg + 224 mg Capsule at a fixed time without food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take Luporal 100 mg + 224 mg Capsule regularly on time for better results.

## How Much Of The Luporal 100 Mg + 224 Mg Capsule (Tegafur & Uracil) to Be Used:

As Luporal 100 mg + 224 mg Capsule is available in various strengths and substitutes, Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Luporal 100 mg + 224 mg Capsule. Do not take the Capsule on your own & for longer period than recommended by doctor.

## How To Take The Luporal 100 Mg + 224 Mg Capsule (Tegafur & Uracil):

Take Luporal 100 mg + 224 mg Capsule in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow the capsule as a whole. Do not try to chew, crush or break the medicine. Luporal 100 mg + 224 mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach. Take this capsule preferably 1 hour before or 1 hour after meals.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Luporal 100 Mg + 224 Mg Capsule (Tegafur & Uracil):

You are always advised to take Luporal 100 mg + 224 mg Capsule as prescribed. Do not start/stop taking this medicine yourself. Follow all the instructions given by your surgeon. Do not take the Capsule in larger or smaller quantity or for longer period than suggested by your doctor.

## Overdose :

Seek medical emergency treatment and/ or contact your medical doctor instantly in case of any overdose symptoms. Emergency measure will be initiated without delay by your physician if they observe overdose symptoms.

## Missed Dose:

The missed dosage of the Capsule should be administered by the doctor as soon as possible. It is strictly recommended to skip the missed dosage if it is already time for your next scheduled dosage. You must not double the dosage of the treatment to make up for the missed dosage.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Luporal 100 Mg + 224 Mg Capsule (Tegafur & Uracil):

Nausea

Vomiting

Tiredness

Mouth sore

Tongue soreness

Stomach pain

Diarrhea

Loss of appetite

Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets)

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Luporal 100 mg + 224 mg Capsule. This interaction may produce some needless or adverse effects and/or cause your drug not to work properly. You must always talk about with your doctor if you are taking other prescription/ Supplements so that well planned medication can be given. It interacts with the following medicines:

Aquasol A

Capecitabine

Claravis

Etretinate

Flucytosine

Fluorouracil

Isotretinoin

Juxtapid

Mipomersen

Phenytoin

It can also interact with following disease condition:

Infections

Liver disease

Renal impairment

## Warning And Precaution:

Luporal 100 mg + 224 mg Capsule can worsen the conditions like:

Allergy

Liver/kidney disease

Regular monitoring of kidney function and blood cell count is necessary while receiving this medication

You must use effective contraception while on Tegafur & Uracil therapy

You must not drive or operate heavy machinery while taking this medicine as it may cause nausea and vomiting

Always consult with your doctor straight away to get best possible treatment if you are observing any of the above mentioned conditions.

## Things To Remember:

Keep the Luporal 100 mg + 224 mg Capsule out of reach and sight of the children

This medicine is strictly used to treat with caution in children, adolescents, and elderly

Luporal 100 mg + 224 mg Capsule is not recommended for use in pregnant women due to the increased risk of harmful effects on the unborn baby

You must always check up the information precisely written on the leaflet/ insert of the medicine

Always consult your medical doctor if you have any uncertainty in case of the dosage, time & strength of the medicine.

## Indications :

Luporal 100 mg + 224 mg Capsule should be taken for cancer treatment. Do not take this prescription for longer period than suggested by the Doctor.

## Storage :

Store the Luporal 100 mg + 224 mg Capsule at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the Capsule is intact and not damaged while purchasing or storing.