Capekast 500mg 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. 

The common side effects that are likely to occur with this medicine are loss of appetite, headache, runny nose, fever, hair loss, and dry mouth. During the treatment, your doctor may periodically monitor your complete blood counts and prothrombin time to prevent serious complications. Report to your doctor if you have been diagnosed with stomach ulcers, cataracts, lung disease, or problems in your heart, liver, skin, or kidneys. Tell your physician before you undergo eye surgery or dental procedures. Inform your doctor if you have experienced any allergic or unusual reactions after taking this tablet. This medicine can cause fertility issues. Inform your doctor about any fertility concerns you may have before starting treatment with this medicine. 

Capekast 500mg Tablet is not recommended for children and adolescents. Before taking this medicine, ask for physician advice if you are intolerant to sugars as this chemotherapy medication contains lactose. This drug will not be given if you have low white blood cell or platelet count, chickenpox, shingles, or enzyme DPD deficiency (dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase). Take this medicine within thirty minutes after finishing a meal. This drug can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman.

• Adjuvant colon cancer
• Metastatic colorectal cancer
• Metastatic breast cancer

Capekast 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 DNA synthesis. This drug gets converted into its active form called fluorouracil and interferes with cell signaling, ultimately preventing the multiplication of cancer cells.

Take a Capekast 500mg 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.

Serious:

Severe bloody diarrhoea, abdominal pain

Heart problems (chest pain, shortness of breath, feeling faint, irregular heartbeat, sudden weight gain)

Loss of too much body fluid, kidney failure

Serious skin and mouth reactions (skin peeling, blisters)

Hand and foot syndrome (swelling, changes in sensation of hands and feet)

Liver problems

Decreased blood count

Common:

Loss of appetite

Weight loss

Insomnia, depression

Headache, dizziness

Eye irritation, redness, increased tears

Inflammation of veins

Runny nose, fever

Infections

Hair loss

Pain in joints, back

Dry mouth, indigestion

Constipation

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 Capekast 500mg Tablet and reduce effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.

• Store Capekast 500mg Tablet in the original package at room temperature (20°C to 25°C). Do not freeze.
• Keep it out of reach from children and pets.
• It is important to get the dose at the scheduled time. If you missed the schedule, contact your doctor and reschedule the dose.

Capekast 500mg Tablet causes skin dryness, so it is advised to use an effective moisturizer for your skin. Ensure that you stay hydrated and maintain a balanced diet. Store the drug in the original package at room temperature (25°C). Do not freeze. Keep it out of reach from children and pets. It is important to get the dose at the scheduled time. If you missed the schedule, contact your doctor and reschedule the dose. Avoid driving or operating heavy machines if you experience dizziness, nausea, or tiredness while on treatment with this drug.