Capamed 500mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Medicamen Biotech Ltd
Salt Composition
Capecitabine (500mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Capamed 500mg Tablet is used in the treatment of cancer of breast, colon, and rectum. It may be also used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Capamed 500mg Tablet should be taken with food within 30 minutes after eating a meal. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Capamed 500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Capamed 500mg Tablet is an anticancer medication. Inside the body, this medicine gets converted into 5-fluorouracil (chemical). This chemical hampers the synthesis of genetic materials (RNA and DNA) in the cancer cells, thereby interferes with their growth. This slows down the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them.
Quick Tips
Capamed 500mg Tablet is used alone or in combination with other medicines for the treatment of colon, rectum, or breast cancers. It is oral chemotherapy, hence it is preferred by many patients. It should be taken within 30 minutes after eating a meal. The dose and the number of treatment cycles needed will depend on the type and stage of cancer that is being treated. It may cause dizziness and tiredness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the side effects of Capamed 500mg Tablet?
The most common side effects of Capamed 500mg Tablet include stomach pain or upset stomach, constipation, loss of appetite, and change in ability to taste food. You may also experience increased thirst, unusual tiredness or weakness, dizziness, headache, hair loss, skin rash, back, joint, or muscle pain. If you encounter any of these symptoms, please inform your doctor. It's important to note that some people may experience more severe side effects, such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, sores in the mouth, swelling, pain, redness, or peeling of skin on the palms and soles of the feet. Inform your doctor if you have any serious side effects or they are persistent.
What are the serious side effects of Capamed 500mg Tablet?
The use of Capamed 500mg Tablet may cause various serious side effects such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, sores in the mouth, swelling, pain, redness, or peeling of skin on the palms and soles of the feet. One may also experience fever, chills, sore throat, or other signs of an infection, swelling of the hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs, chest pain or pressure, fast heartbeat, dark urine and yellowing of the skin or eyes. Inform your doctor immediately if you experience any such symptoms.
Does Capamed 500mg Tablet make you tired?
Yes, Capamed 500mg Tablet may cause fatigue, and weakness as these are common side effects of the medicine. This can affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
What is the most important information that I should know about Capamed 500mg Tablet?
Capamed 500mg Tablet can interact with blood thinners like warfarin, which can change blood clot formation and lead to bleeding even potentially fatal complications. It's more likely to occur in cancer patients who are over 60 years of age. If you experience symptoms such as unusual bleeding, vomiting or spitting up blood or brown material that resembles coffee grounds, bloody or black, tarry stools, blood in urine, red or dark-brown urine, or easy bruising, seek immediate medical help.
How long do I need to take Capamed 500mg Tablet?
The duration of treatment with Capamed 500mg Tablet is determined by your doctor based on the specific illness you're managing and how well you respond to treatment. Typically, it's given in a series of treatment cycles lasting for 21 days. Capamed 500mg Tablet is given for 14 days followed by a rest period of 7 days. You should continue taking this medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
Do I need to use birth control method while using Capamed 500mg Tablet?
Yes, it's crucial to use birth control methods during treatment with Capamed 500mg Tablet as the medication can harm an unborn child. For women, this includes a period of 6 months after stopping the last dose. Men who are partners of women who may get pregnant should also continue using effective birth control during and for 3 months after the final dose.
What kind of drug is Capamed 500mg Tablet?
Capamed 500mg Tablet is an anti-cancer (antineoplastic or cytotoxic) chemotherapy drug. It's classified as an "antimetabolite." Capamed 500mg Tablet itself doesn't have a cytostatic effect; it gets converted into an active anti-cancer medicine only after getting absorbed by the body.
Do I need to get any tests done while on Capamed 500mg Tablet?
Your doctor will monitor your overall health and response to treatment regularly. You may need a blood test (CBC), along with a check on your kidney and liver functions, as advised by your healthcare professional.
Should Capamed 500mg Tablet be taken with or without food?
Capaecitabine should be taken within 30 minutes after finishing your meal. Swallow tablets whole, do not cut or crush them, and take them with water. If you cannot take the entire tablet, seek advice from your doctor for appropriate methods.
