Capecitabine

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Molecular Formulae: : C15H22FN3O6 = 359.4

Precautions : Caution in impaired renal impairment. use under specialist supervision. bone marrow depression.

Indications/Uses: A prodrug of fluorouracil that is converted to 5fu in body tissues. orally active for metastatic breast and colorectal cancer.

Interactions : Leucovorin calcium enhances toxicity.

Side Effects : Diarrhoea. nausea and vomiting. stomatitis. bone marrow depression.

Brands with Capecitabine :