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Capit 500mg Strip Of 12 Capsules

By AMRONCO LIFESCIENCES LIMITED
12 Capsule(s) in Strip
MRP 1800.00
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Capit 500 MG Description

Capit Capsule an anticancer medicine which is used in the treatment of colorectal and breast cancer. It contains capecitabine as its active medicine. gets converted into 5-fluorouracil (active medici

ne) in the body. 5-fluorouracil hampers the synthesis of RNA and DNA in the cancer cells, which hampers their growth. This slows down the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them.

modeOfAction

Product Summary

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ContainsCapecitabine(500.0 Mg)
UsesColorectal and breast cancer
Side effectsDiarrhoea Vomiting Nausea Stomatitis Abdominal pain
TherapyANTI-NEOPLASTIC
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uses

Uses of Capit 500 MG

Capit Capsule is used in the treatment of colorectal and breast cancer.
contraindications

Contraindications of Capit 500 MG

  • If you are allergic to capecitabine or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
  • If you previously have had severe reactions to fluoropyrimidine therapy (a group of anticancer
  • medicines such as fluorouracil).
  • If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • If you have severely low levels of white cells or platelets in the blood (leucopenia, neutropenia
  • or thrombocytopenia).
  • If you have severe liver or kidney problems.
  • If you know that you do not have any activity of the enzyme dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase
  • (DPD) (complete DPD deficiency).
  • If you are being treated now or have been treated in the last 4 weeks with brivudine as part of
  • herpes zoster (chickenpox or shingles) therapy.
sideEffects

Side effects of Capit 500 MG

  • Diarrhoea
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Stomatitis
  • Abdominal pain
  • Fatigue
  • Asthenia
precautionsAndWarnings

Precautions and Warnings of Capit 500 MG

pregnancy

Pregnancy

Q:
Can I take Capit Capsule during pregnancy?
A:
Capit Capsule should be avoided in pregnancy. During treatment with this injection and after 6 months and at least 6 months afterwards women of childbearing potential are advised to use an effective method of contraception.
breastfeeding

Breast Feeding

Q:
Can I take Capit Capsule while breastfeeding?
A:
Capit Capsule should not be used while breastfeeding.
driving

Driving

Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Capit Capsule?
A:
It is highly unlikely that Capit Capsule will affect your ability to drive.
alcohol

Alcohol

Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Capit Capsule?
A:
No known interactions with alcohol.
otherGeneralWarnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You know that you or your family member have a partial deficiency in the activity of the enzyme dihydropyrimidine
  • dehydrogenase (DPD)
  • You have liver or kidney diseases
  • You have or had heart problems (for example an irregular heartbeat or pains to the chest, jaw
  • and back brought on by physical effort and due to problems with the blood flow to the heart)
  • You have brain diseases (for example, cancer that has spread to the brain, or nerve damage (neuropathy)
  • You have calcium imbalances (seen in blood tests)
  • You have diabetes
  • You cannot keep food or water in your body because of severe nausea and vomiting
  • You have diarrhoea
  • You are or become dehydrated
  • You have imbalances of ions in your blood (electrolyte imbalances, seen in tests)
  • You have a history of eye problems as you may need extra monitoring of your eyes
  • You have a severe skin reaction.
  • Do not give Capit to children and adolescents.
modeOfAction

Mode of Action of Capit 500 MG

How Does It Work?

Capit Capsule gets converted into 5-fluorouracil (active medicine) in the body. 5-fluorouracil hampers the synthesis of RNA and DNA in the cancer cells, which hampers their growth. This slows down the...
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directionsForUse

Directions for Use of Capit 500 MG

  • Take this medicine as a whole with sufficient water.
  • Always take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Do not consume more than the prescribed dose.
  • Do not discontinue the medicine on your own without consulting your doctor.
interactions

Interactions of Capit 500 MG

Interactions with other medicines

  • Some medicines can affect the way Capit Capsule works, or Capit Capsule itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
  • Tell your doctor about all medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
  • You must not take brivudine (an anti-viral medicine for the treatment of shingles or chickenpox) at the same time as Capit Capsule.
storageAndDisposal

Storage and disposal of Capit 500 MG

Store in a cool and dry place below 30°C away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
dosage

Dosage of Capit 500 MG

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea and mucositis. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of the medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double...
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Content Details

WRITTEN BY
doctor

Dr. Mansi Savla

B. Pharm, PharmD

REVIEWED BY
doctor

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Q: What is the use of Capit Capsule?

A: Capit Capsule is used in the treatment of colorectal and breast cancer.

Q: What is the composition of Capit Capsule?

A: Capit Capsule is a anticancer medicine containing capecitabine as its active medicine.
Product Details
Brand
CAPIT
Expires on or After
27/06/2024

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