Capecitabine 500mg Tablets

Cheap Generic for Capecitabine 500mg is a cancer medication that interferes with the growth of cancer cells and slows their spread in the body Cheap Generic for Capecitabine 500mg is used to treat breast cancer and colon or rectum cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. Cheap Generic for Capecitabine 500mg may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

The health and medical information provided here is for general purposes only and is not a substitute for the expertise and judgment of your physician, or other health care professional. It should not be understood to indicate that the use of this medicine is safe, appropriate or effective for you. Always consult your health care professional before using this, or any other, drug.

You should not take Generic for Capecitabine 500mg if you are allergic to capecitabine or fluorouracil (Adrucil), or if you have severe kidney disease or a metabolic disorder called DPD (dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase) deficiency. Do not use Generic for Capecitabine 500mg if you are pregnant. It could harm the unborn baby. Use effective birth control while you are taking Generic for Capecitabine 500mg , whether you are a man or a woman. Tell your doctor if a pregnancy occurs during treatment. You should not breast-feed while you are taking Generic for Capecitabine 500mg .
Before you take Generic for Capecitabine 500mg , tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease, a history of coronary artery disease, or if you are also taking folic acid (contained in many vitamin and mineral supplements), leucovorin (Wellcovorin), phenytoin (Dilantin), or a blood thinner (warfarin, Coumadin).
While taking Generic for Capecitabine 500mg , you will need blood tests at your doctor`s office on a regular basis. Do not miss any appointments. You must remain under the care of a doctor while you are taking Generic for Capecitabine 500mg .
Call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as severe vomiting or diarrhea, fever or flu symptoms, pain or redness of your hands or feet, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), chest pain, sudden numbness or weakness, or fainting.

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction to Generic for Capecitabine 500mg : hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:
severe diarrhea (more than 4 times per day, or during the night);
vomiting (more than once in 24 hours);
nausea, loss of appetite, eating much less than usual;
weakness, feeling light-headed, hot or dry skin;
pain, tenderness, redness, swelling, blistering, or peeling skin on your hands or feet;
fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms;
swelling, white patches, or sores in your mouth or throat;
jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);
chest pain or heavy feeling, pain spreading to the arm or shoulder, nausea, sweating, general ill feeling;
sudden numbness, weakness, headache, confusion, or problems with vision, speech, or balance; or
slow heart rate, weak pulse, fainting, slow breathing (breathing may stop).
Less serious Generic for Capecitabine 500mg side effects may include:
stomach pain or upset, constipation;
tired feeling;
temporary hair loss;
mild skin rash;
headache, dizziness;
altered sense of taste;
back pain, joint or muscle pain;
eye irritation.

Take Generic for Capecitabine 500mg exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Generic for Capecitabine 500mg is usually given in a treatment cycle of 2 weeks on and 1 week off. This 3-week cycle is repeated up to 8 times (24 weeks). Your Generic for Capecitabine 500mg dosage may be different. Follow your doctor`s instructions.
During the weeks when you take Generic for Capecitabine 500mg , take the medication once in the morning and once in the evening, unless your doctor tells you otherwise. You may also be given other medications as part of a combination cancer treatment.
Generic for Capecitabine 500mg should be taken with food or within 30 minutes after eating a meal. Take this medication with a full glass (8 ounces) of water.
To be sure this medication is not causing harmful effects, your blood may need to be tested on a regular basis. Your kidney and liver function may also need to be tested. Do not miss any follow-up visits. You must remain under the care of a doctor while you are taking Generic for Capecitabine 500mg .
Store Generic for Capecitabine 500mg at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.