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Luporal Capsule (10)

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  • Manufactured by: Lupin Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Fluorouracil (224 mg) + Tegafur (100 mg)

Luporal Capsule (10) Information

Luporal Capsule (10) is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer. The alternative uses of Luporal Capsule (10) have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Luporal Capsule (10). Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Luporal Capsule (10) also has some side effects, the most common being Skin Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Luporal Capsule (10) as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Luporal Capsule (10) are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Luporal Capsule (10) has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Luporal Capsule (10) related warnings talks about Luporal Capsule (10)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Luporal Capsule (10) is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Mouth Ulcer, Liver Disease, Diarrhea (Loose Motions) are examples of such conditions. The section on Luporal Capsule (10) contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Luporal Capsule (10) may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Luporal Capsule (10) is safe while driving, and is addiction.



Luporal Capsule (10) Benefits & Uses

Luporal Capsule (10) is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Luporal Capsule (10) Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage


Luporal Capsule (10) Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Luporal Capsule (10) is used -

Moderate

  • Esophagitis
  • Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
  • Erythema
  • Edema

Mild

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Loss of appetite
  • Diarrhoea
  • Dry Skin
  • Itching or burning
  • Infection
  • Sinus infection

Common

Luporal Capsule (10) Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Luporal Capsule (10) safe for pregnant women?


    Luporal can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

  • Is the use of Luporal Capsule (10) safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Luporal. It should only be taken after medical advice.

  • What is the effect of Luporal Capsule (10) on the Kidneys?


    There are no side effects of Luporal on the kidneys.

  • What is the effect of Luporal Capsule (10) on the Liver?


    Luporal may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

  • What is the effect of Luporal Capsule (10) on the Heart?


    You can take Luporal without any fear of damage to the heart.



Severe Interaction of Luporal Capsule (10) with Other Drugs

Luporal Capsule (10) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Luporal Capsule (10) Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Luporal Capsule (10) unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Luporal Capsule (10)

  • Is this Luporal Capsule (10) habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Luporal Capsule (10).

Luporal Capsule (10) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Luporal Capsule (10)


    Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Luporal Capsule (10) and food will interact.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Luporal Capsule (10)


    Information about the interaction of Luporal Capsule (10) and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience



References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Fluorouracil

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 864

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 585-588



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