{"product_id":"capcita-500mg-tablets-120s","title":"Capcita 500mg Tablets (120s)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCapecitabine is an oral chemotherapy medicine used to treat some cancers by converting into 5‑fluorouracil (5‑FU) inside the body to stop cancer cell growth. Available for delivery across Pakistan, this product is supplied through prescription and specialist supervision.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eCapecitabine may be prescribed to:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreat certain colorectal and breast cancers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBe taken at home as an oral option instead of some intravenous treatments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTarget tumour cells by being converted to active drug in tissues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDirections for Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse only under an oncologist’s direction; treatment plans are individual and monitored closely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAdults\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDose and schedule are set by the treating cancer specialist based on body size, other medicines, and treatment goals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow blood-test schedules and instructions exactly; do not change dose without the prescriber’s approval.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eChildren (Paediatric)\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoutine paediatric use is not established for most indications; use only under specialist paediatric oncology care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePregnancy \u0026amp; Breastfeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis section gives safety guidance for pregnancy and breastfeeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePregnancy\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapecitabine is potentially harmful to an unborn baby and must not be used during pregnancy unless a specialised doctor advises otherwise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEffective contraception is required for both men and women during treatment and for a time after treatment as instructed by the prescriber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eBreastfeeding\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBreastfeeding is not recommended during treatment and until a doctor confirms it is safe to resume.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePrecautions \u0026amp; Interactions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTake care and discuss history and other medicines with your prescriber; regular monitoring is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInform the doctor about liver, kidney, heart problems, or history of low blood counts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReport severe diarrhoea, rash on hands\/feet, fever, or mouth sores quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatients with known deficiency of DPD enzyme (an enzyme that breaks down 5‑FU) are at high risk of severe toxicity; testing may be advised.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eMajor Drug \u0026amp; Product Interactions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnticoagulants (e.g., warfarin): may increase bleeding risk and require frequent blood monitoring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther chemotherapy or strong enzyme‑altering medicines: can increase side effects or require dose changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive vaccines are generally avoided during treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAdverse Effects\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSide effects are common and range from mild to serious; monitoring is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCommon Side Effects\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiarrhoea and nausea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand‑foot syndrome (redness, pain or swelling on palms\/soles).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMouth sores, loss of appetite, tiredness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMild drops in blood counts causing easy bruising or infections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSerious Side Effects\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSevere diarrhoea, fever or infection signs (may indicate low white cells) — seek urgent care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChest pain, severe allergic reactions, or sudden breathlessness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery severe skin reactions or signs of major liver\/kidney problems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSigns of excessive bleeding or unexplained bruising.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you experience serious symptoms, stop the medicine only after contacting your treating team or seek emergency help. 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