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food interaction for Capeta Nova Tablet
alcohol interaction for Capeta Nova Tablet
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Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet
Capecitabine(500mg)
Capeta nova tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of cancer of colon and rectum and breast cancer.
How capeta nova tablet works
Capeta Nova 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.
Common side effects of capeta nova tablet
Fatigue, Weakness, Vomiting, Dizziness, Increased bilirubin in the blood, Abdominal pain, Diarrhea, Headache, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Weight loss, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Hair loss, Dehydration, Constipation, Eye irritation, Nausea, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Hand-foot syndrome, Fever, Pain, Lacrimal duct stenosis, Chest pain, Breathlessness, Itching, Rash, Dryness in mouth, Dyspepsia, Back pain, Low blood platelets, Liver failure, Cholestatic liver disease, Prolonged QT interval, Decreased appetite, Taste change, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Edema (swelling), Dermatitis
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Expert advice FOR Capeta Nova Tablet
- Capecitabine is used alone or in combination with other medicines for the treatment of colon, rectum or breast cancers.
- It is oral chemotherapy, hence it is preferred by many patients.
- 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.
- Frequency of hair loss is much less compared to other chemotherapy drugs.
- Do not take it if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood cells during treatment with this medicine. Inform your doctor immediately if you notice signs of infection such as fever, sore throat, rash or severe diarrhea.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you start to have side effects such as diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, mouth sores, chest pain or loss of appetite.
- Capecitabine is used alone or in combination with other medicines for the treatment of colon, rectum or breast cancers.
- It is oral chemotherapy, hence it is preferred by many patients.
- 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.
- Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine.
- Frequency of hair loss is much less compared to other chemotherapy drugs.
- Do not take it if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood cells during treatment with this medicine. Inform your doctor immediately if you notice signs of infection such as fever, sore throat, rash or severe diarrhea.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you notice any signs of infection such as fever, sore throat, rash or severe diarrhea.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you start to have side effects such as diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, mouth sores, chest pain or loss of appetite.
Frequently asked questions FOR Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet
Capecitabine
Q. Should Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet be taken with or without food?
Capecitabine should be taken within 30 minutes after finishing a meal. Swallow tablets as a whole (do not cut or crush) with water. Consult your doctor if you cannot take the whole tablet. If Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet needs to be crushed or cut, it should be done by a trained professional using appropriate equipment and safety procedures.
Q. Do I need to use birth control method while using Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet?
Yes, birth control methods are a must while using Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet, as this medicine may harm your unborn child. Females should continue using these methods for 6 months after the final dose. On the other hand, men using these medicines whose partners can become pregnant should use effective birth control during treatment and for 3 months after the final dose.
Q. How long do I need to take Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet?
The duration of treatment with Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet depends on the nature of your illness and individual response to treatment. Usually, it is given as a series of treatment cycles, each of these cycles lasts for 21 days. Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet is given for 14 days followed by a rest period of 7 days. You should continue taking this medicine for the time prescribed by the doctor.