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Capecitabine – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: CAPETERO
Strength: 150 mg | Form: Tablets
Price in UAE: AED 104.00
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Capecitabine

Class: | Antimetabolite, Pyrimidine analog Use: | Treatment of metastatic breast cancer, colorectal cancer, and gastric cancer; often used as adjuvant therapy after surgery Adult dose: | 1250 mg/m² orally twice daily for 14 days followed by 7 days off, typically in combination with other chemotherapy agents Pediatric dose: | Safety and efficacy not established; use in pediatric patients is not recommended Side effects: | Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, hand-foot syndrome, fatigue, mucositis,

Drug Class

Antimetabolite, Pyrimidine analog

Uses & Indications

Treatment of metastatic breast cancer, colorectal cancer, and gastric cancer; often used as adjuvant therapy after surgery

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from moisture and light

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Nexgen Pharma FZ LLC, U.A.E

Package Size

30's (10's Blister x 3)

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 104.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

1250 mg/m² orally twice daily for 14 days followed by 7 days off, typically in combination with other chemotherapy agents

Pediatric Dose

Safety and efficacy not established; use in pediatric patients is not recommended

Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, hand-foot syndrome, fatigue, mucositis, myelosuppression (neutropenia, anemia, thrombocytopenia)

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to capecitabine or fluorouracil, severe renal impairment (CrCl < 30 mL/min), pregnancy, breastfeeding

Important Warnings

Risk of severe skin reactions, potential for increased toxicity in patients with dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase (DPD) deficiency, monitor for signs of myelosuppression and gastrointestinal toxicity

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Capecitabine available in UAE pharmacies:

APLODA 150 mg Tablets APLODA 500 mg Tablets CAPECARE 500 mg Tablets CAPETERO 150 mg Tablets CAPETERO 500 mg Tablets CAPIDAIR 150 mg Tablets CAPIDAIR 500 mg Tablets DIROGIT 500 mg Tablets Relicitabine 150 150 mg Tablets Relicitabine 500 500 mg Tablets

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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