Capegard 500mg

Description Of Capegard 500mg

Capegard 500mg Tablet is an anticancer medicine which is used in the treatment of colorectal and breast cancer. It should be used only under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. It may cause severe liver and kidney injury if taken in high quantities. Close monitoring of blood cell count is necessary while receiving this medicine.

Capegard 500mg Chemical Name

• Capecitabine

 Capegard 500mg Manufacturer

• Cipla Ltd.

Uses of Capegard 500mg

Capegard 500mg Tablet is used in the treatment of breast cancer.

What is Capegard 500mg?

Capegard 500mg Tablet is used for Colorectal cancer, Breast cancer and other conditions. Capegard 500mg Tablet may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

How Capegard 500mg working?

Capegard 500mg Tablet is an anticancer medication. It works by interfering with the growth of genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. This slows the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them.

How is Capegard 500mg used?

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. Capegard 500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Capegard 500mg Indications

Take Capegard 500mg Tablet as advised by the doctor. Do not consume larger quantities than prescribed. Do not miss any scheduled dose. Consult the doctor immediately if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor.

Capegard 500mg Dosage

• Capegard 500mg

Contraindication Of Capegard 500mg

Hypersensitivity to Capegard 500mg Tablet is a contraindication. In addition, Capegard 500mg Tablet should not be used if you have the following conditions:

• Hypersensitivity
• Severe renal impairment

Adverse effects Of Capegard 500mg

• Diarrhea
• Abdominal pain
• Hair loss
• Low white blood cell count
• Blurred vision
• Headache
• Dry mouth
• Increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight
• Muscle or joint pain
• Loss of appetite
• Bone pain

Special Precautions And Related Warnings Of Capegard 500mg

Capegard 500mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy. There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.

Capegard 500mg Tablet is unsafe to use during lactation. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby, or the mother is suffering from a condition in which breastfeeding is not advisable.

Capegard 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Capegard 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Capegard 500mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Capegard 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Capegard 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Capegard 500mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Storage Conditions for Capegard 500mg

You should store your Capegard 500mg below 25°C in a cool dry place.