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compositionComposition:CAPECITABINE-500MG
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Capearc 500 Tablet 10's

Capearc 500 Tablet 10's is used to treat breast, colon and stomach cancer. It contains Capecitabine which works by interfering with the growth of cancer cells. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, weakness, loss of appetite, increased risk of infection, hair loss, diarrhoea, and mouth ulcers. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

CAPECITABINE-500MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Delarc Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-28

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Capearc 500 Tablet 10's

Capearc 500 Tablet 10's is used to treat breast, colon and stomach cancer. Cancer is a condition where cells in a specific body part grow and reproduce uncontrollably. The cancerous cells can attack and destroy surrounding healthy tissue, including organs.

Capearc 500 Tablet 10's contains Capecitabine. When taken, it gets converted into 5-fluorouracil (chemical), which hampers the synthesis of genetic materials (DNA) in the cancer cells, thereby interfering with their growth.

Common side effects of Capearc 500 Tablet 10's include nausea, vomiting, weakness, loss of appetite, increased risk of infection, hair loss, diarrhoea, mouth ulcers, and blisters on fingers/feet in some cases. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention. However, talk to your doctor if these side effects persist.

Before taking Capearc 500 Tablet 10's, inform your doctor if you are allergic to it or any other medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant as Capearc 500 Tablet 10's can cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Both women and men using Capearc 500 Tablet 10's should use birth control to avoid pregnancy. You should not take Capearc 500 Tablet 10's during breastfeeding. Use Capearc 500 Tablet 10's with caution in elderly patients.

Uses of Capearc 500 Tablet 10's

Capearc 500 Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of Breast cancer, stomach, rectal, and colon cancer. The detailed uses of Capearc 500 Tablet 10's are as follows:

  • Colorectal Cancer: Capearc 500 Tablet 10's is used alone or with other drugs to treat colon and rectal cancers.
  • Breast Cancer: Capearc 500 Tablet 10's is used especially for metastatic breast cancer or when other treatments have failed.
  • Gastric (Stomach): Capearc 500 Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of Gastric (Stomach) cancer.
  • Esophageal & Gastroesophageal Junction (GEJ) Cancer: Capearc 500 Tablet 10's is used in advanced or metastatic cases.
  • Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma: Capearc 500 Tablet 10's is used post-surgery to reduce recurrence risk.

Key Benefits

  • Capearc 500 Tablet 10's belongs to the group of anti-cancer medicines.
  • It contains capecitabine, which is cytotoxic (causes cell death).
  • It is used to treat cancer of the colon, breast and stomach. 
  • When taken, it gets converted into 5-fluorouracil (chemical), which hampers the synthesis of genetic materials (DNA) in the cancer cells, thereby interfering with their growth.
  • As a result, the growth of cancer cells is slowed down, and eventually, they are killed.

Directions for Use

  • Capearc 500 Tablet 10's should be taken within 30 minutes after a meal.
  • It is recommended to take Capearc 500 Tablet 10's twice daily or as advised by your doctor.
  • Swallow Capearc 500 Tablet 10's as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, chew, or break it.

How Capearc 500 Tablet 10's Works

Capearc 500 Tablet 10's contains Capecitabine, an anti-cancer medication that is cytotoxic (causes cell death). When taken, it gets converted into 5-fluorouracil (chemical), which hampers the synthesis of genetic materials (DNA) in the cancer cells, thereby interfering with their growth. As a result, cancer cells' growth is slowed down and eventually killed.
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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Capearc 500 Tablet 10's to avoid unpleasant side effects. Alcohol intake, along with Capearc 500 Tablet 10's, may cause increased drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Capearc 500 Tablet 10's should not be used during pregnancy because it causes harm to the fetus (newborn baby). Both women of childbearing potential and men must use an effective contraception method while taking fluorouracil and for at least six months afterwards. Please consult your doctor about any concerns regarding this.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Capearc 500 Tablet 10's should not be taken during breastfeeding as it passes into the breastmilk and may harm the nursing baby. It is contraindicated in breastfeeding mothers.

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Driving

Unsafe

Capearc 500 Tablet 10's may cause dizziness and drowsiness, do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.

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Liver

Caution

If you have had a history or evidence of any liver-related diseases, please consult the doctor before taking Capearc 500 Tablet 10's. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Capearc 500 Tablet 10's.

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Kidney

Caution

If you have had a history or evidence of any kidney-related diseases, please consult the doctor before taking Capearc 500 Tablet 10's. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Capearc 500 Tablet 10's.

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Children

Unsafe

Capearc 500 Tablet 10's should not be used by children, as efficacy and safety have not been established.

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Heart

Caution

Capearc 500 Tablet 10's should be used with extreme caution due to the risk of cardiovascular problems. Please inform your physician if you have any concerns.

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Geriatrics

Safe if prescribed

Capearc 500 Tablet 10's is safe for use in elderly patients if prescribed by the physician.

What if I have taken an overdose of Capearc 500 Tablet 10's

Take Capearc 500 Tablet 10's only as prescribed by the physician. Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it could lead to an overdose. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, mucositis, bone marrow depression, and gastrointestinal irritation and bleeding. If you experience these symptoms or suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Include leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, fatty fish, berries, yoghurt, apples, peaches, cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, beans, and herbs.
  • Avoid fast food, fried food, processed meats, refined carbs and added sugars.
  • Get optimal sleep; rest well.

Have a query?

How Soon It Starts Working

  • The time required for Capearc 500 Tablet 10's to start to work: The time required for Capearc 500 Tablet 10's to show its action is unknown. 
  • The time for which the effects of Capearc 500 Tablet 10's last: The duration of action for Capearc 500 Tablet 10's is clinically unknown.

What if you forget to take Capearc 500 Tablet 10's

If you miss a dose of Capearc 500 Tablet 10's, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and continue with your regular schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed one.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Capearc 500 Tablet 10's out of the sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

Drug Warnings

  • Before taking Capearc 500 Tablet 10's, inform your doctor if you have any infection because Capearc 500 Tablet 10's may worsen the infection.
  • If you have any allergy symptoms, talk to your doctor; inform your doctor if you have a DPD (dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase deficiency), heart problems, bone marrow depression, kidney disease, liver disease, and treatment with chemotherapy or radiation.
  • Some patients may experience increased sensitivity to light while taking Capearc 500 Tablet 10's, and avoiding prolonged exposure to sunlight is recommended.
  • Consult your doctor if you are pregnant as Capearc 500 Tablet 10's can cause harmful effects on the unborn baby.
  • Both women and men using Capearc 500 Tablet 10's should use birth control to avoid pregnancy.
  • The use of Capearc 500 Tablet 10's by either parent may result in congenital disabilities.
  • You should not take Capearc 500 Tablet 10's during breastfeeding.
  • Use Capearc 500 Tablet 10's with caution in elderly patients.
  • If you have had leukaemia (blood cancer) and are in remission, do not take live vaccines for three months after your last chemotherapy.
  • You and your surrounding people, such as family members, should not take the polio vaccine.
  • Avoid smoking or going near naked flames as the fabric (bedding, clothing, dressings) in contact with Capearc 500 Tablet 10's catches fire and burns easily.
  • Washing clothing and bedding may reduce product build-up but not remove it.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions: Capearc 500 Tablet 10's interacts with other anti-cancer medicines (folinic acid, oxaliplatin, bevacizumab, cisplatin, irinotecan), antibiotics (metronidazole), medicines used to reduce the harmful effects of anti-cancer medicines (calcium leucovorin), a medicine used to treat gout (allopurinol), a medicine used to treat stomach ulcers (cimetidine), blood thinners (warfarin, coumarin), antivirals (brivudine, sorivudine), and anti-epilepsy medicine (phenytoin).

Drug-Food Interactions: Capearc 500 Tablet 10's is known to interact with alcohol and increase dizziness.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Capearc 500 Tablet 10's should not be given to patients with liver, heart or kidney problems, diabetes, glaucoma (increased eye pressure), myelosuppression (bone marrow activity is decreased), dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase (DPD) enzyme deficiency, stomatitis, infections, or a bleeding disorder.

CapecitabineLeflunomide
Severe
CapecitabineBaricitinib
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CapecitabineLeflunomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Capearc 500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Leflunomide with Capearc 500 Tablet may increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Capearc 500 Tablet can be taken with leflunomide if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you develop signs and symptoms of infection such as fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning sensation during urination. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
CapecitabineBaricitinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Capearc 500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Capearc 500 Tablet with Baricitinib may increase the risk of serious and potential infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Capearc 500 Tablet can be taken with Baricitinib if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you develop fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning sensation during urination. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
CapecitabineWarfarin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Capearc 500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Warfarin with Capearc 500 Tablet can increase the effect of Warfarin.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Capearc 500 Tablet and Warfarin, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you notice unusual bleeding or bruising, vomiting, blood in your urine or stools, headache, dizziness, or weakness, contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
CapecitabineFolic acid
Severe
How does the drug interact with Capearc 500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Folic acid with Capearc 500 Tablet may increase the risk of serious side effects such as bleeding problems, anemia, infections, and nerve damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Folic acid and Capearc 500 Tablet, you can use these medicines together if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience paleness of skin, diarrhea, severe nausea and vomiting, over-tiredness, dizziness, fainting, blood in the stools, unusual bleeding or bruising, fever, chills, body aches, flu-like symptoms, skin reactions, mouth ulcers or sores, and/or numbness, burning or tingling sensation in the hands and feet, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
CapecitabineEtanercept
Severe
How does the drug interact with Capearc 500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Etanercept with Capearc 500 Tablet may increase the risk or severity of infection may increase.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Etanercept with Capearc 500 Tablet can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you develop fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscular pains, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, or discomfort or burning during urination, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
CapecitabineAdalimumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Capearc 500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Capearc 500 Tablet is taken with Adalimumab, which may increase the risk or severity of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Capearc 500 Tablet and Adalimumab, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you have any of these symptoms, it's important to contact a doctor right away. These symptoms include an enlarged spleen or liver, stomach pain, ongoing fever, excessive sweating at night, unexplained weight loss, complications, infection, fever, chills, diarrhea, a sore throat, muscle aches, difficulty breathing, or pain or discomfort while urinating. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
CapecitabineThalidomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Capearc 500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Thalidomide with Capearc 500 Tablet may increase the risk of blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Capearc 500 Tablet can be taken with Thalidomide if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience signs and symptoms of blood clots such as chest pain, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, and/or pain, redness, or swelling in an arm or leg. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
CapecitabineCertolizumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Capearc 500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Capearc 500 Tablet is taken with Certolizumab, which may increase the risk or severity of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Capearc 500 Tablet and Certolizumab together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. If you have any of these symptoms - infection, fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, difficulty breathing, weight loss, pain, or burning while peeing - make sure to contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
CapecitabineDeferiprone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Capearc 500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Deferiprone can lower white blood cell count, and combining it with Capearc 500 Tablet may affect white blood cells or bone marrow function. This may lead to the development of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Capearc 500 Tablet can be taken with Deferiprone if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you notice signs and symptoms of infection such as fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning sensation during urination. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
CapecitabineFingolimod
Severe
How does the drug interact with Capearc 500 Tablet:
Co-administration of Fingolimod with Capearc 500 Tablet may increase the risk of serious and potential infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Capearc 500 Tablet can be taken with Fingolimod if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you develop signs and symptoms of infection such as fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning sensation during urination. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Therapeutic Class

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FAQs

Capearc 500 Tablet 10's belongs to a group of medicines known as anti-cancer‚ used to treat breast, colon and stomach cancer.
Capearc 500 Tablet 10's interferes with the growth of the cancer cells genetic material (DNA). This slows the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them.
Capearc 500 Tablet 10's can make your skin more sensitive to the harmful effects of sunlight. Hence it is advised to wear protective clothing while using Capearc 500 Tablet 10's. It is recommended to avoid tanning booths and sunlamps.
Yes, Capearc 500 Tablet 10's may change the results of blood tests and other laboratory tests. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Capearc 500 Tablet 10's as regular monitoring of liver and kidney functions tests, electrolyte levels and blood cells is required.
Capearc 500 Tablet 10's might affect fertility (ability to have children) in both men and women. You may not be able to become pregnant or father a child after treatment with Capearc 500 Tablet 10's. However, it is essential to talk to your doctor before starting treatment with Capearc 500 Tablet 10's if you think you may want to have a baby in the future.
Yes, Capearc 500 Tablet 10's commonly affects the hair by making it thin, which further causes hair loss. However, it is not very common. Hair reduction possibly happens due to the estrogen-lowering effect of Capearc 500 Tablet 10's. These effects are not long-lasting and may return after some time. If it matters to you, then consult your doctor for further advice.
Capearc 500 Tablet 10's may cause osteoporosis (bone thinning) due to the reduction of estrogen in the body. Regular bone density tests may help you monitor osteoporosis. Contact your doctor if you observe any sign of tendon pain or swelling while taking Capearc 500 Tablet 10's.
Your doctor will decide the number of treatment cycles and the frequency of Capearc 500 Tablet 10's to be taken, depending on the type and stage of the cancer being treated.
No, it is advised not to use these two medicines at the same time as they may cause severe drug reactions. Maintain a gap of at least four weeks between the last dose of brivudine and the first dose of Capearc 500 Tablet 10's.
Capearc 500 Tablet 10's contains Capecitabine, an anti-cancer medication used to treat breast cancer, stomach, rectal and colon cancer.
Capearc 500 Tablet 10's may cause side-effects such as nausea, vomiting, weakness, loss of appetite, increased risk of infection, hair loss, diarrhoea, decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets), mouth ulcers, blisters on fingers/feet in some cases. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Fliar Business Intelligence Private Limited C-32, Arya Samaj Road, Karol Bagh New Delhi, India - 250011
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