Tegafi 100mg/224mg Capsule
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Introduction of Tegafi Capsule
Tegafi 100mg/224mg Capsule is a prescription medicine which is a combination of two anticancer medicines that is used in the treatment of cancer of the colon and rectum. It prevents the growth and multiplication of cancer cells, thus helps in destroying the tumor.
Tegafi 100mg/224mg Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Tegafi 100mg/224mg Capsule1 and Tegafi 100mg/224mg Capsule2 which treat cancer.
Tegafi 100mg/224mg Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Tegafi 100mg/224mg Capsule1 and Tegafi 100mg/224mg Capsule2 which treat cancer.
Uses of Tegafi Capsule
Benefits of Tegafi Capsule
In Cancer of colon and rectum
Tegafi 100mg/224mg Capsule treats cancer of the colon and rectum as well as lowers the risk of developing further cancerous growths. Using this medicine helps you recover more comfortably from chemotherapy. It is usually taken for 28 days (four weeks), followed by a seven day break. The cycle is then repeated. Follow your doctor's advice strictly during the entire treatment. Avoid drinking alcohol or smoking while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
Side effects of Tegafi Capsule
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
Common side effects of Tegafi
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Tiredness
- Mouth sore
- Sore tongue
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhea
- Loss of appetite
- Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets)
How to use Tegafi Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Tegafi 100mg/224mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Tegafi 100mg/224mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Tegafi 100mg/224mg Capsule is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Tegafi 100mg/224mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Tegafi 100mg/224mg Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Tegafi 100mg/224mg Capsule may make you tired, nauseous or have blurred vision and this may affect your ability to drive.
Tegafi 100mg/224mg Capsule may make you tired, nauseous or have blurred vision and this may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Tegafi 100mg/224mg Capsule in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Tegafi 100mg/224mg Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Tegafi Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Tegafi 100mg/224mg Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
Tegafi Capsule
- Tegafi 100mg/224mg Capsule is used for the treatment of cancer of the colon and rectum.
- Avoid the use of antacids within 2 hours of taking this medicine.
- Drink plenty of water every 24 hours after the start of the treatment.
- You may be at risk of infection so try to avoid crowds or people with colds, and report fever or any other signs of infection immediately to your doctor.
- To help treat/prevent mouth sores, use a soft toothbrush and rinse your mouth at least 3 times a day with saline water.
- To reduce nausea, take anti-nausea medications as prescribed by your doctor, and eat small, frequent meals.
- Eat foods that may help reduce diarrhea and take adequate rest.
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Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
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- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 23 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Uracil-Tegafur. Bedfordview, South Africa: Bristol-Myers Squibb (Pty) Ltd; 2001. [Accessed 24 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Country of origin: India
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