XELODA 500MG 120 TABLET

Product Overview

XELODA 500 mg tablets are an oral chemotherapy medication containing capecitabine, a prodrug that converts to 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) inside the body. It is used to treat various types of cancer, including metastatic colorectal cancer, adjuvant colorectal cancer, metastatic breast cancer, and advanced gastric cancer. XELODA offers a targeted approach to cancer treatment, providing a convenient oral alternative to intravenous chemotherapy for suitable patients.

Benefits of Use

• Effective in treating specific types of colorectal, breast, and gastric cancers.
• Provides the convenience of oral administration, potentially reducing hospital visits compared to intravenous chemotherapy.
• Offers targeted therapy by converting to its active form primarily within cancer cells.
• Part of comprehensive cancer treatment regimens, often used alone or in combination with other anticancer agents.

How to Use

1. Always take XELODA exactly as directed by your doctor or oncologist.
2. Tablets should be swallowed whole with water. Do not crush, chew, or cut them.
3. Take XELODA within 30 minutes after a meal.
4. Typically, XELODA is taken twice daily (morning and evening) for a specified period, followed by a rest period.
5. Your doctor will determine the appropriate dose and treatment schedule based on your specific condition, body surface area, and response to treatment.
6. Do not stop taking XELODA without consulting your doctor.
7. If you vomit after taking a dose, do not take another dose. Wait until your next scheduled dose.
8. If you miss a dose, do not take a double dose. Simply take your next scheduled dose at the usual time.

Warnings and Precautions

• XELODA is a potent chemotherapy drug and should only be used under the supervision of a qualified oncologist.
• Inform your doctor about all other medications you are taking, including over-the-counter drugs, supplements, and herbal remedies, as interactions can occur.
• Common side effects include hand-foot syndrome (redness, pain, swelling, blistering of palms and soles), diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, stomatitis (mouth sores), and fatigue. Report any severe side effects to your doctor immediately.
• Patients with kidney or liver impairment may require dose adjustments.
• XELODA should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding, as it can harm the fetus or infant. Women of childbearing potential should use effective contraception during treatment and for a period afterward.
• Regular blood tests will be conducted to monitor blood counts, kidney, and liver function during treatment.
• Avoid prolonged sun exposure as XELODA can increase photosensitivity.
• Keep out of reach of children.

Ingredients

• Active Ingredient: Capecitabine 500 mg
• Excipients: Croscarmellose sodium, microcrystalline cellulose, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, magnesium stearate, purified talc.
• Film Coating: Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, titanium dioxide (E171), yellow iron oxide (E172), red iron oxide (E172), purified talc.

Product Details

• Brand: Roche
• Drug Type: Prescription-only medicine
• Pharmaceutical Form: Film-coated tablets
• Concentration: 500 mg per tablet
• Pack Size: 120 tablets
• Storage: Store below 30 degrees C. Keep container tightly closed. Protect from moisture.
• Manufacturer: Roche Pharmaceuticals