Introduction
Xeloda 500mg Tablet:

Xeloda 500mg Tablet contains the active ingredient Capecitabine. It
belongs to the category of medicines known as antimetabolites. This medication
is used in combination with other anticancer drugs for the treatment of
Metastatic colorectal cancer and breast cancer. Cancer is a disease in which
cells multiply in an abnormal and uncontrolled manner. It is also used for the
prevention of new occurrences of cancer in the colon after the complete removal
of the tumor by surgery.

The common side effects that are likely to occur with this medicine are
loss of appetite, headache, runny nose, fever, hair loss, and dry mouth. During
the treatment, your doctor may periodically monitor your complete blood counts,
prothrombin time, INR, to prevent serious complications. Report to your doctor
if you have been diagnosed with stomach ulcers, cataract, lung disease,
problems in your heart, liver, skin, kidneys. Tell your physician before you
undergo eye surgery or dental procedures.
Inform your doctor if you have experienced any allergic or unusual
reactions after taking this tablet. This medicine can cause fertility issues,
inform your doctor about any fertility concerns you may have before starting
treatment with this medicine.

Xeloda 500mg Tablet is not recommended for children and adolescents.
Before taking this medicine, ask for physician advice if you are intolerant to
sugars as this chemotherapy medication contains lactose. This drug will not be
given if you have low white blood cell or platelet count, chickenpox, shingles,
or enzyme DPD deficiency (dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase). Take this medicine
within thirty minutes after finishing a meal. This drug can cause fetal harm
when administered to a pregnant woman

Uses of Xeloda 500mg Tablet:

·
Cancer of colon and rectum

·
Breast cancer

How
to consume Xeloda 500mg Tablet:

Take a Xeloda 500mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Do not crush or
chew the tablet. If you miss a dose of this tablet, take it as soon as you can
if it is within 12 hours of the missed dose. If it is over 12 hours since your
missed dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your usual dosing times to
avoid taking double doses. Call your doctor to ask about making up the missed
dose.