Comcapsy 700mg/30mg Tablet: Relief in 7 Tablets

Description:

• Contains the active ingredients Capecitabine and Cyclophosphamide.
• Belongs to the category of medicines known as nucleoside metabolic inhibitors and alkylating agents.
• Used in combination with other anticancer drugs for the treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer and breast cancer.
• Also used for the prevention of new occurrences of cancer in the colon after the complete removal of the tumor by surgery.

Uses:

• Adjuvant colon cancer
• Metastatic colorectal cancer
• Metastatic breast cancer

Therapeutic Effects:

• Stops the growth of cancer cells by inhibiting DNA synthesis.
• Gets converted into its active form called fluorouracil and interferes with cell signaling, ultimately preventing the multiplication of cancer cells.

Interaction 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.
• Certain medications may interact with Comcapsy 700mg/30mg tablets and reduce effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.

Safety Advices:

• Pregnancy: not recommended for pregnant women as it may cause fetal harm.
• Breast Feeding: talk to your doctor about the best way to feed your baby if you receive this drug.
• Lungs: consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
• Liver: inform your doctor if you have any liver disorders before taking Comcapsy 700mg/30mg tablets.
• Alcohol: consult your doctor for more advice.
• Driving: may cause drowsiness which can affect the patient’s ability to drive or use machines.

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, inflammation of veins, runny nose, fever, infections, hair loss, pain in joints, back, dry mouth, indigestion, constipation.

Word of Advice:

• Causes skin dryness so it is advised to use an effective moisturiser for your skin.
• Ensure that you stay hydrated and maintain a balanced diet.
• Store the drug in the original package at room temperature (25°C). Do not freeze.
• Keep it out of reach from children and pets.
• It is important to get the dose at the scheduled time. If you missed the schedule, contact your doctor and reschedule the dose.
• Avoid driving or operating heavy machines if you experience dizziness, nausea, or tiredness while on treatment with this drug.

FAQs:

Q 1. Is Comcapsy 700mg/30mg tablets prescribed as a monotherapy?

• Comcapsy 700mg/30mg tablets is prescribed as a monotherapy and also in combination with other anticancer agents like Docetaxel and Oxaliplatin to treat breast and colorectal cancer respectively.

Q 2. What tests are essential before starting treatment with Comcapsy 700mg/30mg tablets?

• Before starting treatment with Comcapsy 700mg/30mg tablets, your healthcare provider will recommend tests for pregnancy, DPD deficiency (dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase), prothrombin time, INR, kidney function tests, and serum electrolytes.

Q 3. Is it safe to undergo surgery during the treatment with Comcapsy 700mg/30mg tablets?

• It is suggested to avoid planning for surgery while on treatment with Comcapsy 700mg/30mg tablets. Tell your physician before you undergo surgery or dental procedures.

Q 4. What should you do if you missed a dose of Comcapsy 700mg/30mg tablets?

• If you missed taking a dose of Comcapsy 700mg/30mg tablets, 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.

Q 5. Who should not take Comcapsy 700mg/30mg tablets?

• Comcapsy 700mg/30mg tablets are 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).

Q 6. Can you smoke while on treatment with Comcapsy 700mg/30mg tablets?

• It is not recommended to smoke cigarettes while on treatment with Comcapsy 700mg/30mg tablets as smoking can reduce the concentration of drugs in the body.

Q 7. How do you know if you have overdosed on Comcapsy 700mg/30mg tablets?

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

Fact Box:

• Molecule name: Capecitabine and Cyclophosphamide
• Therapeutic class: Capecitabine - Anti-metabolite; Cyclophosphamide - Antineoplastics
• Pharmacological class: Capecitabine - Nucleoside metabolic inhibitor; Cyclophosphamide - Alkylating agent
• Indications: Adjuvant colon cancer, metastatic colorectal cancer, metastatic breast cancer

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