Results for tag: "Capecitabine"

Capecitabine is a chemotherapy drug used to treat non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). It is a type of oral chemotherapy, meaning it is taken in pill form. Capecitabine works by blocking the growth of cancer cells and preventing them from dividing and spreading. It is often used in combination with other chemotherapy drugs to increase the effectiveness of treatment. Capecitabine is generally well-tolerated, with fewer side effects than other chemotherapy drugs. Capecitabine is a relatively new drug, first approved by the FDA in 1998. It is now widely used in the treatment of NSCLC, and is often prescribed in combination with other chemotherapy drugs. It is also used to treat other types of cancer, such as breast cancer and colorectal cancer. In the Capecitabine market, some of the major players include Roche, Pfizer, Merck, AstraZeneca, and Bristol-Myers Squibb. These companies manufacture and distribute the drug, as well as provide support services to healthcare providers and patients. Show Less Read more