Capecitabine is a drug that can help treat and prevent certain types of breast or colorectal cancer. This eMedTV page offers an in-depth look at the medicine, including how it works to combat the cancer, possible side effects, and dosing information.
If side effects of capecitabine occur, they are usually minor and easily treated. This eMedTV page lists common and rare side effects that have been reported with the drug, as well as serious side effects that may require immediate medical attention.
As this eMedTV page explains, capecitabine uses involve treating and preventing certain types of breast and colorectal cancer. This page explains how the medication works to decrease the number of cancer cells in the body.
The capecitabine dosing guidelines that healthcare providers follow are affected by certain factors, which this eMedTV article describes. This article also highlights some suggestions on when and how to take capecitabine.
This eMedTV Web page explains that drug interactions with capecitabine may occur if the drug is combined with leucovorin, phenytoin, or warfarin. This page describes how these drug interactions can increase your risk of side effects and bleeding.
This eMedTV resource outlines some of the precautions and warnings with capecitabine to be aware of prior to taking the drug. This includes a list of people who should not take the medication and what to discuss with your doctor before treatment.
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