Capekast

Capekast

Composition: Capecitabine 500 mg

Classification: Oncology medicine

What is Capekast?

Capekast is an oral anticancer medicine used against solid tumors.

Uses of Capekast -

Breast cancer

Colorectal cancers

Stomach cancers

Esophageal cancer

How does Capekast work?

It's a 5-fluoro compound, which is cytotoxic.

Targets rapidly dividing cells and causes cell death

Common side effects

Redness, swelling in hands, palms

Lose watery stools

Tiredness

Painful ulcers in the mouth

Low blood count

Loss of appetite

Elevated liver enzymes

Serious Side Effects

High fever, chills

Bleeding

Dehydration

Severe skin rash

Bone marrow suppression

Cardio toxicity -chest pain, irregular heartbeat

Liver toxicity

Precautions:

To be used carefully in people with -

Heart problems

Liver dysfunctions

Elderly patients

Kidney disorders

Concomitant use with anticoagulants or medicines that cause bone marrow suppression.

Contraindications:

Not to be used if -

Hypersensitivity or allergy to drug components.

(DPD) enzyme deficiency.

Severe kidney impairment

Breastfeeding mothers

Pregnant women

Warning:

To be used when prescribed by the doctor.

Important safety and monitoring information:

Monitor regularly:

Dehydration - electrolyte balance

Frequent diarrhea and water loss.

Total blood count

Bleeding risks

Hand-foot syndrome

Kidney functions

Cardiac functions

Note-

Take after meals (within 30 minutes)

Use effective contraception during treatment.

Do not drive while using medication.

Do not operate heavy machinery.