Description

Apsibin (Capecitabine) Coated Tablets 500 mg. 120

Ingredients

Active Ingredient: Capecitabine 500mg per tablet.

Dosage

Dosage: The usual dose is determined by your doctor based on your medical condition, body size, and response to treatment. Take this medication by mouth with food as directed by your physician.

Indications

Indications: Apsibin (Capecitabine) is used to treat certain types of breast, colon, or colorectal cancer. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells.

Contraindications

Contraindications: Do not take Capecitabine if you are allergic to it or if you have severe kidney disease.

Directions

Directions: Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not increase your dose or take it more often than directed.

Scientific Evidence

Scientific Evidence: Several studies have shown the efficacy of Capecitabine in the treatment of various cancers. According to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology, Capecitabine demonstrated significant antitumor activity in patients with advanced breast cancer.

Additional Information

Storage: Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Pharmacological Effects: Capecitabine is a prodrug that is selectively converted to 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) in tumor tissue. 5-FU is an antimetabolite that interferes with DNA synthesis and cell division, ultimately leading to cell death.

Clinical Trials: Clinical trials have demonstrated the efficacy of Capecitabine in improving overall survival rates and progression-free survival in patients with advanced colorectal cancer. In a randomized controlled trial published in the New England Journal of Medicine, Capecitabine showed superior efficacy compared to standard chemotherapy regimens.