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CABOXEN 80MG / 20MG CAPSULES

Mfd. by :- Everest (Fulfilled By : Magicine Pharma)

Caboxen  80mg / 20mg Capsules

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Brand name – Caboxen

Generic name – Cabozantinib

Manufacturer – Everest

Strength – 20mg and 80mg

Dosage Form – Capsule

Composition – Cabozantinib

Indication – Kidney Cancer

Storage – at room temperature

Overview

Caboxen 80mg tablets (20mg) is a chemotherapy medication that is used in the treatment of kidney cancer. It is also used in the treatment of liver cancer and thyroid cancer. It is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor that stops certain growth factors. Caboxen is a prescription-based medication given by the doctor.

Pharmacodynamics

Caboxen inhibits several receptor tyrosine kinases such as VEGFR and c-MET. These growth factors promote uncontrollable cell growth in the cancer cells. Caboxen as a result stops the growth and spreading of the cancer cells.

SIDE EFFECTS

  • Weight loss
  • Loss of appetite
  • Hair loss
  • Diarrhea
  • Vomiting
  •  Nausea
  • Redness
  • Extreme weakness
  • Difficulty in swallowing
  • Dry skin
  • Thickening of the skin
  • Chest pain
  • Decrease in RBC
  • Increased bleeding
  • Seizures
  • Swollen gums
  • Jaw pain
  • Vision problems
  • Increased heart rate
  • Shortness of breath
  • Coughing blood

DOSAGE

Caboxen 80mg tablets and 20mg tablets are taken orally once daily on an empty stomach.

Missed dose

It is advisable to avoid missing any doses of Caboxen. In case you miss a dose consult your doctor immediately.

Overdose

In case of an overdose on Caboxen, immediately contact your doctor or any healthcare provider and seek medical attention.

WARNINGS

  • Caboxen can cause an allergic reaction in some patients thus it is necessary to read the complete composition list and consult the doctor in case of any ingredient that induces allergies.
  • Inform the doctor about all the vitamin supplements, herbal medications, and prescription and non-prescription drugs since Caboxen can interact with them. 
  • Caboxen can increase blood pressure and it can also cause serious issues to the jaw.
  • It is advisable to avoid pregnancy and breastfeeding during and till 4 months after the last dose since Caboxen can harm the fetus.
  • Avoiding alcohol and operating heavy machinery is advisable.
  • Inform the doctor about any bleeding problems like coughing or vomiting blood.

Q - What is Caboxen?

Ans – Caboxen is an anticancer capsule that is primarily used in the treatment of Kidney cancer.

Q - How can I take Caboxen capsules?

Ans – Caboxen 80mg and 20 mg capsules are taken orally once every day on an empty stomach.

Q – From where can I purchase Caboxen 80mg capsules?

Ans – Purchase Caboxen 80mg capsules (20mg) from Magicine Pharma.

Q - Where to store Caboxen capsules?

Ans - It is advisable to store the Caboxen capsules at a place below 30°C.

Q - Can I drink alcohol with Caboxen?

Ans - Avoid drinking alcohol during the treatment with Caboxen capsules even though no interactions of both are known.

Q - How long is the treatment with Caboxen?

Ans - The doctor decides for how long the treatment with Caboxen 20mg capsules (80mg) will continue depending on the condition, stage, and health of the patient.

Q - Can I drive after consuming Caboxen capsules?

Ans - It is advisable to avoid driving and operating heavy machinery as Caboxen causes dizziness as one of the side effects.

Q - Is it safe to take Caboxen capsules (20mg/80mg) during pregnancy?

Ans – Caboxen can cause harm to the fetus therefore is advisable to avoid the pregnancy or consult the doctor for the same.

Q - What is the strength of Caboxen capsules?

Ans – Caboxen is available in the form of capsules of 80mg and 20mg.

REVIEW

Interactions

With medicines

Caboxen can interact with some other prescription and non-prescription medicines and affect their working thus inform your doctor about –

With disease

Caboxen 80mg or 20mg can interact with a few diseases like –

  • Bleeding disorders
  • Gastrointestinal perforation
  • Liver complications
  • Kidney complications
  • Hypertension

With alcohol

Interactions of alcohol with Caboxen capsules are unknown however, it is still advisable to avoid alcohol consumption during the treatment.

Contraindication

Caboxen 80mg capsules (20mg) should not be consumed by patients who show allergic reactions to it.

Alternate Brands

  • Cabozat
  • Cabometyx
  • Cabzored
  • Cazanat
  • Cabozanib
  • Cabdual
  • Cabotib
  • Cabolong
  • Cabotres

Reference

Cabozantinib: Uses, interactions, mechanism of action | DrugBank Online. DrugBank. https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB08875

Cabozantinib: MedlinePlus Drug Information. https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a616037.html

Cabozantinib disease interactions. Drugs.com. https://www.drugs.com/disease-interactions/cabozantinib.html

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