Capecite 500mg Tablet

Capecite 500mg Tablet is a prescription-based anticancer medicine used in the treatment of breast, stomach, rectal, pancreatic, esophageal, and colon cancer. The active ingredient of the Capecite is Capecitabine which belongs to the drug class of antimetabolite drugs. This drug is given alone or with the combination of other drugs to increase its effectiveness. It is taken orally with or without food as per doctor's advice. Capecite Tablet works by killing the cancer cells thereby reducing the size of the tumor. In this way, it prevents cancer cells from spreading to other parts of the body. The required dosage and duration of the medicine is decided by the doctor. This depends on the disease being treated and the stage of the disease. The doctor will check medical history, age, health condition, and body's response to the treatment before prescribing this medicine. Taking it in the wrong way or overdosing can cause severe side effects. It may take weeks for patients to notice the benefits of the medicine. So do not stop taking this tablet until your doctor says to do so.

The human body shows undesired symptoms after taking Capecite 500mg Tablet. Usually, they disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine. These side effects don't need special medical attention. It is advised to consult your doctor if these symptoms become unmanageable.
Some of the common side effects of Capecite Tablet are mentioned below:

Rash
Fever
Fatigue
Anemia
Nausea
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Headache
Confusion
Joint Pain
Weight loss
Dehydration
Eye irritation
Constipation
Body Swelling
Body Infection
Body sensation
Abdominal Pain
Loss in appetite
Low Blood Counts
Weakness & Dizziness
Increased bilirubin in the blood
Infection in the mouth and the stomach

Capecite 500mg Tablet is a prescription-based anticancer drug that should be administered orally. It is advised to take this tablet after consulting your healthcare expert.

Capecite 500mg Tablet is an anticancer medicine that belongs to the drug class of antimetabolites. Once taken, this drug changes into 5-fluorouracil (chemical) within the body and blocks the formation of RNA and DNA in the cancer cells. In this way, it slows down the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them.

It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Capecite 500mg Tablet. In case you miss a dose, consult your doctor immediately.
Don't overdose to compensate for the missed one. Contact your doctor or any healthcare provider and seek medical attention immediately in such cases.

It is advised to use effective birth control ways and avoid pregnancy during the treatment with Capecite Tablet.

A person should avoid smoking while undergoing treatment with this tablet. Smoking may reduce the effectiveness of medicine.

Monitor your blood sugar & pressure, Kidney & Liver function (KFT & LFT), Heart function at proper intervals after taking Capecite 500mg Tablet.

Swelling of hands, lips, and weight gain are some of the side effects observed after taking Capecite. To reduce them, the doctor may suggest some medication.

Skin becomes extremely sensitive after taking Capecite. It is advised to cover your skin exposed to direct sun rays and use high SPF sunscreen before going out.

It is advised to avoid taking analgesics/ antacids (medicines used to neutralize the stomach acid) while taking Capecite Tablet, as it may reduce the effectiveness of the medicine.

Keep your body hydrated as Diarrhea is one of the common side effects experienced after taking Capecite Tablet. Consult your doctor if it doesn't stop or if blood appears in your stools.

In case you notice symptoms like blurred vision, difficulty breathing, cough & fever, and diarrhea while taking Capecite 500mg Tablet, consult your doctor immediately before these symptoms become severe.

If you experience any kind of symptoms after taking Capecite, like unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, high temperature (fever), or other signs of infection, it is important to inform your doctor as soon as possible.