Carcidox 200mg Capsule

Composition Doxifluridine (200mg)
Rx Prescription Required
Pack strip of 6 capsules
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical Class Fluoropyrimidine Derivative
Action Class Antimetabolites
Habbit Forming No
Manufacturer Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Manufacturer address 90, Delhi – Jaipur Road, Sector 32, Gurugram, Haryana 122001

Carcidox 200mg Capsule is used in the treatment of cancer. It is especially used in cancers of stomach, colon, rectum, breast, uterus, cervix and bladder. It may be used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor. It is also used with certain other medicines as part of combination chemotherapy.

Carcidox 200mg Capsule can be taken with or without food, but better to take it at the same time every day to get the most benefit. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, weakness, loss of appetite and hair loss. This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells (decrease red blood and white blood cells) in your blood, thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with heart, liver, and blood uric acid levels.Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.

Cancer

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Carcidox 200mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Carcidox 200mg Capsule interferes with the growth of DNA and RNA of the cancer cells by substituting their building blocks. It prevents the cancer cells from growing and multiplying.

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Carcidox 200mg Capsule helps treat cancer of stomach, colon, rectum, breast, uterus, cervix and bladder.

Take it with or without food, preferably at the same time each day.

Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.

Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine.

Your doctor may get regular blood and urine tests done to monitor your blood cells, kidney and liver function during treatment with this medicine.

Inform your doctor immediately if you notice any signs of infection such as fever, sore throat, rash or severe diarrhea.

Q. Is Carcidox 200mg Capsule safe?

Carcidox 200mg Capsule has several side effects, some of which may be serious. Please follow the advice of your doctor regarding its use

Q. How does Carcidox 200mg Capsule work?

Carcidox 200mg Capsule acts by inhibiting the formation of DNA and function of RNA. Thus, it suppresses the growth of cancerous cell.

In Cancer

Carcidox 200mg Capsule helps to treat certain kinds of cancer. It may be used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat cancer in various parts of the body. Carcidox 200mg Capsule kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Blisters on fingers/feet

Mouth ulcer

Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets)

Diarrhea

Hair loss

Increased risk of infection

Loss of appetite

Weakness

Vomiting

Nausea

Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Carcidox 200mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Carcidox 200mg Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Carcidox 200mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Carcidox 200mg Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Carcidox 200mg Capsule in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Carcidox 200mg Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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