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Overview
Capecitabine is an oral prodrug of 5-fluorouracil used in oncology. Synthesized via enzymatic or chemical pathways, its molecular formula is C15H22FN3O6 and CAS number is 154805-01-5.
Application
- Oncology: Treatment of metastatic breast cancer.
- Gastroenterology: Management of colorectal carcinoma.
- Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: API production for tablet formulations.
Precautions
Contraindicated in patients with dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase deficiency. Store below 25°C in dry conditions. Handle with PPE due to cytotoxicity risks.