Capecitabine

Capecitabine is a medication used in cancer treatment, primarily for colorectal and breast cancers. It works as a targeted chemotherapy drug by converting into 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) inside the body, which then interferes with the cancer cells’ ability to grow and divide. Designed as an oral pill, capecitabine offers the convenience of at-home administration while selectively activating in tumor tissue to reduce damage to healthy cells. It is often used alone or with other therapies, and its dosage and schedule depend on the specific type of cancer and patient condition.