Pro 5 500mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Mylan Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd - A Viatris Company
Salt Composition
Capecitabine (500mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Pro 5 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
Pro 5 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. Pro 5 500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Pro 5 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
Pro 5 500mg Tablet is used alone or in combination with other medicines for the treatment of colon, rectum or breast cancers. 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. Do not take it if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the side effects of Pro 5 500mg Tablet?
Pro 5 500mg Tablet may cause stomach pain or upset stomach, constipation, loss of appetite, change in ability to taste food, increased thirst, unusual tiredness or weakness, dizziness, headache, hair loss, skin rash, back, joint, or muscle pain. You may also experience red, swollen, itchy, or teary eyes and trouble falling asleep or staying asleep.
What are the serious side effects of Pro 5 500mg Tablet?
The use of Pro 5 500mg Tablet may cause 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. You 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.
Does Pro 5 500mg Tablet make you tired?
Yes, Pro 5 500mg Tablet may cause fatigue and weakness. This may affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
What is the most important information that I should know about Pro 5 500mg Tablet?
Pro 5 500mg Tablet can interact with blood thinners like warfarin, which can cause bleeding. This risk is higher for cancer patients over 60 years old. Seek immediate medical help if you experience 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.
How long do I need to take Pro 5 500mg Tablet?
The duration of treatment with Pro 5 500mg Tablet depends on your illness and individual response. It is usually given in cycles of 21 days, with a rest period of 7 days.
Do I need to use birth control methods while using Pro 5 500mg Tablet?
Yes, you should continue using effective birth control methods during treatment and for at least 3 months after the final dose.
What kind of drug is Pro 5 500mg Tablet?
Pro 5 500mg Tablet is an anti-cancer (antineoplastic or cytotoxic) chemotherapy drug, specifically classified as an "antimetabolite".
Do I need to get any tests done while on Pro 5 500mg Tablet?
Your doctor will check you regularly and may request blood tests to monitor your complete blood count (CBC) and kidney and liver function.
Should Pro 5 500mg Tablet be taken with or without food?
Take Pro 5 500mg Tablet within 30 minutes after finishing a meal. Swallow the tablets whole with water, and consult your doctor if you cannot take the whole tablet.
