Capecitabine and Chloromycetin Sodium Succinate

• Generic Name: capecitabine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Xeloda

Capecitabine is a cancer medicine that interferes with the growth of cancer cells and slows their spread in the body.

Capecitabine is used to treat colon cancer, and breast or colorectal cancer that has spread to other parts of the body.

Capecitabine is often used in combination with other cancer medications and/or radiation treatments.

Capecitabine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: chloramphenicol
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names:

Chloramphenicol is used in the treatment of infections caused by bacteria. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth.

Chloramphenicol is used to treat serious infections in different parts of the body. It is sometimes given with other antibiotics. However, chloramphenicol should not be used for colds, flu, other virus infections, sore throats or other minor infections, or to prevent infections.

Chloramphenicol should only be used for serious infections in which other medicines do not work. This medicine may cause some serious side effects, including blood problems and eye problems. Symptoms of the blood problems include pale skin, sore throat and fever, unusual bleeding or bruising, and unusual tiredness or weakness. You and your doctor should talk about the good this medicine will do as well as the risks of taking it .

Chloramphenicol is available only with your doctor's prescription.