GLANCAP 500MG TAB

Overview

GLANCAP 500MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

GLANCAP 500MG TAB is composed of: CAPECITABINE (500.0 MG)

Capecitabine is a cancer medicine that interferes with the growth of cancer cells and slows their spread in the body. Capecitabine is used to treat colon cancer, and breast or colorectal cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. Capecitabine is often used in combination with other cancer medications and/or radiation treatments. Capecitabine belongs to a group of drugs called antimetabolites which work by interfering with DNA production, stopping cells from multiplying. Common side effects include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and mouth sores.

Usage

CAPECITABINE is generally used to treat: Colon Cancer, Rectal Cancer, Breast Cancer, Stomach Cancer

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

How Do I Take It?

GLANCAP 500MG TAB is generally taken After Food.

Precautions for GLANCAP 500MG TAB and its Constituents


  • Swallow tablets whole. Do not cut or crush tablets.
  • Do not take capecitabine if you are nursing a baby. Tell your doctor if you are nursing. Capecitabine may pass to the baby in your milk and harm the baby.
  • Do not take capecitabine if you are allergic to 5-fluorouracil and are allergic to capecitabine or to any of the ingredients in capecitabine
  • Use birth control to prevent pregnancy while you are taking capecitabine, whether you are a man or a woman. Tell your doctor if a pregnancy occurs during treatment.
  • Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without the consent of your doctor. Avoid contact with people who have recently received live vaccines (such as flu vaccine inhaled through the nose).
  • To lower the chance of getting cut, bruised, or injured, use caution with sharp objects like razors and nail cutters, and avoid activities such as contact sports.
  • This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana can make you more dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages.

Symptoms of Overdosage

CAPECITABINE over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Vomit, Loose Motion

Common Side-Effects

CAPECITABINE : Coma, Seizure, Skin Rash, Allergic Skin Disease, Dry Skin, Paralysis, Paleness, Muscle Pain, Vaginitis, Abdomen Pain, Agitation, Back Pain, Body Bruising, Gums Bleeding, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chest Pain, Eyes Burn, Chills, Confusion, Constipation, Cough, Bloody Or Red Colored Vomit, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Decreased Urination, Difficulty Breathing, Difficulty Swallowing, Drowsiness, Dry Mouth, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Fainting, Irregular Heartbeat, Fever, Hallucinations, Head Headache, Irregular Menstrual Periods, Slurred Speech, Increased Thirst, Restless Or Irritability, Lightheadedness, Lower Back Pain, Feet Swelling, Legs Swelling, Rapid Breathing, Sneezing, Throat Soreness, Fatigue (tiredness), Weight Gain, Weight Loss (unintentional)

Serious Side-Effects

CAPECITABINE : Abdomen Pain, Loose Motion, Nausea, Feet Numbness, Palms Pain, Palms Swelling, Mouth Soreness, Fatigue (tiredness), Vomit

Disease Interactions

CAPECITABINE can interfere with: Coronary Artery Disease, Myeloma, Acute Kidney Failure, Acute Liver Failure

Technical Classification

CAPECITABINE is categorized as: ANTIMETABOLITES / ANTINEOPLASTICS

Available Alternatives for GLANCAP 500MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ATUBRI 500MG TABINR 1730.77 for 10 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CACIT 500MG TABINR 1,231.34 for 10 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500 MG
CAPCEL 500MG TABINR 1409.52 for 10 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPCITA 500MG TABINR 81.25 for 12 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPECAD 500MG TABINR 952.37 for 10 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPECITAPER 500MG TABINR 1714.38 for 1 TABLETCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPECITE 500MG TABINR 1037.25 for 8 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPEGARD 500MG TABINR 600 for 10 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPEHOPE 500MG TABINR 937.5 for 10 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPEHOPE TABINR 1,231.33 for 10 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500 MG
CAPETA 500MG TABINR 1530 for 10 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPETERO 500MG TABINR 1220 for 10 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPEZAM 500MG TABINR 1419.05 for 10 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPIIBINE 500MG TABINR 2859.05 for 30 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPNAT 500MG TABINR 1800 for 10 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPOSTAT 500MG TABINR 875 for 10 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPXCEL 500MG TABINR 1536 for 10 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAPY 500MG TABINR 1447.62 for 10 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CAXETA 500MG TABINR 582 for 4 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
CITABIN 500MG TABINR 1695 for 10 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
DISTAMINE 500MG TABINR 593.75 for 10 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
GLANCAP 500MG TABINR 1299 for 10 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
NAPROCAP 500MG TABINR 1500 for 10 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
RELICITABINE 500MG TABINR 1231.34 for 10 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500 MG
XABINE 500MG TABINR 1609.5 for 1 TABLETCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
XECAP 500MG TABINR 1250 for 10 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
XELOCEL 500MG TABINR 1480 for 10 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
XELODA 500MG TABINR 2002 for 10 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
XELODA TABINR 2002 for 10 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500 MG
ZENOCITE 500MG TABINR 1047.22 for 10 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG
ZOCITAB 500MG TABINR 1542.4 for 10 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 500.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

CAPECITABINECAPECITABINE
XORTIB 150MG TABINR 780 for 10 TABLETSCAPECITABINE 150.0 MG
XPHIL 300MCG INJINR 2142.8 for 1 INJECTIONCAPECITABINE 300.0 MCG