Naprocap 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

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Naprocap 500 MG Description

Naprocap Tablet 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 medi

cine) 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.

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Contains	Capecitabine(500.0 Mg)
Uses	Colorectal and breast cancer
Side effects	Diarrhoea Vomiting Nausea Stomatitis Abdominal pain
Therapy	ANTI-NEOPLASTIC

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Naprocap 500 MG

Naprocap Tablet is used in the treatment of colorectal and breast cancer.

Contraindications of Naprocap 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.

Side effects of Naprocap 500 MG

Diarrhoea
Vomiting
Nausea
Stomatitis
Abdominal pain
Fatigue
Asthenia

Precautions and Warnings of Naprocap 500 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Naprocap Tablet during pregnancy?

Naprocap Tablet 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.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Naprocap Tablet while breastfeeding?

Naprocap Tablet should not be used while breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Naprocap Tablet?

It is highly unlikely that Naprocap Tablet will affect your ability to drive.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Naprocap Tablet?

No known interactions with alcohol.

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 Naprocap to children and adolescents.

Mode of Action of Naprocap 500 MG

How Does It Work?

Naprocap Tablet 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 t...

Directions for Use of Naprocap 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 of Naprocap 500 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Naprocap Tablet works, or Naprocap Tablet 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 Naprocap Tablet.

Storage and disposal of Naprocap 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 of Naprocap 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...

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Mansi Savla

B. Pharm, PharmD

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is the use of Naprocap Tablet?

A: Naprocap Tablet is used in the treatment of colorectal and breast cancer.

Q: What is the composition of Naprocap Tablet?

A: Naprocap Tablet is a anticancer medicine containing capecitabine as its active medicine.

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Last Updated on: 11 Jun 2022 | 06:25 PM (IST)

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