Comcapsy 400mg/20mg Tablet Pack of 7

Comcapsy 400mg/20mg Tablet 7's

Uses:

• Adjuvant colon cancer;
• Metastatic colorectal cancer;
• Metastatic breast cancer.

Active ingredients: Capecitabine and Cyclophosphamide.

Therapeutic effects:

• The drug stops the growth of cancer cells by inhibiting DNA synthesis.
• It gets converted into its active form called fluorouracil and interferes with cell signaling, preventing the multiplication of cancer cells.

Administration:

• Take the tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Do not crush or chew the tablet.
• Take within thirty minutes of finishing a meal.
• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can if it is within 12 hours of the missed dose. If it is over 12 hours, skip the missed dose and go back to your usual dosing times.

Safety advice:

• Not recommended for pregnant women as it may cause fetal harm.
• Not known if it passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor about the best way to feed your baby if you receive this drug.
• Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
• Inform your doctor if you have any liver disorders before taking the drug.
• It is unknown whether consuming alcohol interacts with the drug. Please consult your doctor for more advice.
• Comcapsy 400mg/20mg Tablet may cause drowsiness which can affect the patient’s ability to drive or use machines. Consult your doctor before you resume driving.

Side effects:

• Serious: severe bloody diarrhoea, abdominal pain, heart problems, loss of too much body fluid, kidney failure, serious skin and mouth reactions, hand and foot syndrome, liver problems, decreased blood count.
• Common: loss of appetite, weight loss, insomnia, depression, headache, dizziness, eye irritation, redness, increased tears, inflammation of veins, runny nose, fever, infections, hair loss, pain in joints, back, dry mouth, indigestion, constipation.

Interactions with other drugs:

• Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products.

Storage:

• Store the drug in the original package at room temperature (20°C to 25°C). Do not freeze.
• Keep it out of reach from children and pets.

FAQs:

1. Is Comcapsy 400mg/20mg Tablet prescribed as a monotherapy?

   • Comcapsy 400mg/20mg Tablet is prescribed as a monotherapy and also in combination with other anticancer agents like Docetaxel and Oxaliplatin to treat breast and colorectal cancer respectively.

2. What tests are essential before starting treatment with Comcapsy 400mg/20mg Tablet?

   • Before starting treatment, your healthcare provider will recommend tests for pregnancy, DPD deficiency (dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase), prothrombin time, INR, kidney function tests and serum electrolytes.

3. Is it safe to undergo surgery during the treatment with Comcapsy 400mg/20mg Tablet?

   • It is suggested to avoid planning for surgery while on treatment with Comcapsy 400mg/20mg Tablet. Tell your physician before you undergo surgery or dental procedures.

4. What should you do if you missed a dose of Comcapsy 400mg/20mg Tablet?

   • If you missed taking a dose, skip this dose. Do not take two tablets to make up for the missed dose. Report to your healthcare provider right away if you missed taking more than two doses of this drug.

5. Who should not take Comcapsy 400mg/20mg Tablet?

   • Comcapsy 400mg/20mg Tablet is not recommended for people who are allergic to this drug, 5-fluorouracil and its ingredients. It is also contraindicated in people with severe kidney disease and DPD deficiency (dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase).

6. Can you smoke while on treatment with Comcapsy 400mg/20mg Tablet?

   • It is not recommended to smoke cigarettes while on treatment with this drug as smoking can reduce the concentration of Comcapsy 400mg/20mg Tablet in the body.

7. How do you know if you have overdosed on Comcapsy 400mg/20mg Tablet?

   • Watch out for symptoms like nausea, gastric irritation, diarrhea, vomiting, bleeding and seek immediate medical attention from a nearby healthcare facility.

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