CAPETA NOVA 500MG TABLET

Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet should be taken with food within 30 minutes after eating a meal. 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 vomiting, weakness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells (decrease 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 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.

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check_circleUses & Indications

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Breast cancer
Cancer of colon and rectum

lightbulbExpert Advice & Quick Tips

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arrow_rightCapeta Nova 500mg Tablet is used alone or in combination with other medicines for the treatment of colon, rectum or breast cancers.
arrow_rightIt is oral chemotherapy, hence it is preferred by many patients.
arrow_rightIt should be taken within 30 minutes after eating a meal.
arrow_rightThe dose and the number of treatment cycles needed will depend on the type and stage of cancer that is being treated.
arrow_rightIt may cause dizziness and tiredness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
arrow_rightFrequency of hair loss is much less compared to other chemotherapy drugs.
arrow_rightDo not take it if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
arrow_rightYour doctor may regularly monitor your blood cells during treatment with this medicine. Inform your doctor immediately if you notice signs of infection such as fever, sore throat, rash or severe diarrhea.
arrow_rightInform your doctor immediately if you start to have side effects such as diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, mouth sores, chest pain or loss of appetite.

scienceMechanism of Action (How it works)

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Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet is an anticancer medication. Inside the body, this medicine gets converted into 5-fluorouracil (chemical). This chemical hampers the synthesis of genetic materials (RNA and DNA) in the cancer cells, thereby interferes with their growth. This slows down the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them.

infoDirections for Use (How to Use)

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Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.

historyMissed Dose Instructions

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If you miss a dose of Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet, 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.

warningSide Effects

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Dehydration
Constipation
Eye irritation
Nausea
Hand-foot syndrome
Fever
Pain
Fatigue
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Weight loss
Hair loss
Breathlessness
Low blood platelets
Decreased appetite
Edema (swelling)
Abdominal pain

medicationDosage & Packaging Details

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Dosage Form

Tablet

Manufacturer

Alkem Laboratories Ltd

Administration

Oral Route

Prescription

prescription

action class: Antimetaboliteshabit forming: Notherapeutic class: ANTI NEOPLASTICS

helpFrequently Asked Questions

Should Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet be taken with or without food?

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Capecitabine should be taken within 30 minutes after finishing a meal. Swallow tablets as a whole (do not cut or crush) with water. Consult your doctor if you cannot take the whole tablet. If Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet needs to be crushed or cut, it should be done by a trained professional using appropriate equipment and safety procedures.

Do I need to use birth control method while using Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet?

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Yes, birth control methods are a must while using Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet, as this medicine may harm your unborn child. Females should continue using these methods for 6 months after the final dose. On the other hand, men using these medicines whose partners can become pregnant should use effective birth control during treatment and for 3 months after the final dose.

How long do I need to take Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet?

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The duration of treatment with Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet depends on the nature of your illness and individual response to treatment. Usually, it is given as a series of treatment cycles, each of these cycles lasts for 21 days. Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet is given for 14 days followed by a rest period of 7 days. You should continue taking this medicine for the time prescribed by the doctor.

What are the side effects of Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet?

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The side effects of Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet include stomach pain or upset stomach, constipation, loss of appetite, and change in ability to taste food. It may also cause increased thirst, unusual tiredness or weakness, dizziness, headache, hair loss, skin rash, back, join, or muscle pain. You may also experience red, swollen, itchy, or teary eyes and trouble falling asleep or staying asleep. Inform your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe and persist for long.

Does Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet make you tired?

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Yes, Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet may make you tired and you may also feel weak, as these are the most common side effects of the medicine. Hence, it is possible that use of Capeta Nova 500mg Tablet may affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

Editorial & Medical Review

The information on this page has been compiled and reviewed by healthcare professionals and data editors to ensure accuracy. It is for informational and price-comparison purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice.

Written By

MediSaathi Editorial Team

Last Updated

July 7, 2026

Regularly reviewed

Data Sources & Citations

Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) — Government of IndiaView Source
National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) — Government of IndiaView Source
Jan Aushadhi Scheme — Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana — Government of IndiaView Source

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