Luporal Capsule is a prescription medicine which is a combination of two anticancer medicines that is used in the treatment of cancer of the colon and rectum. It prevents the growth and multiplication of cancer cells, thus helps in destroying the tumor.

Luporal Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Luporal Capsule1 and Luporal Capsule2 which treat cancer.

Uses of Luporal Capsule

Cancer of colon and rectum

Benefits of Luporal Capsule

In Cancer of colon and rectum

Luporal Capsule treats cancer of the colon and rectum as well as lowers the risk of developing further cancerous growths. Using this medicine helps you recover more comfortably from chemotherapy. It is usually taken for 28 days (four weeks), followed by a seven day break. The cycle is then repeated. Follow your doctor's advice strictly during the entire treatment. Avoid drinking alcohol or smoking while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

Side effects of Luporal Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Luporal

Nausea
Vomiting
Tiredness
Mouth sore
Sore tongue
Stomach pain
Diarrhea
Loss of appetite
Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets)

How to use Luporal Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Luporal Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Luporal Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Luporal Capsule is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Luporal Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Luporal Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Luporal Capsule may make you tired, nauseous or have blurred vision and this may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Luporal Capsule in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Luporal Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Luporal Capsule?

If you miss a dose of Luporal Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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₹106.79/capsule

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Tagucil 100mg/224mg Capsule

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₹141.6/capsule

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Quick tips

Luporal Capsule

Luporal Capsule is used for the treatment of cancer of the colon and rectum.
Avoid the use of antacids within 2 hours of taking this medicine.
Drink plenty of water every 24 hours after the start of the treatment.
You may be at risk of infection so try to avoid crowds or people with colds, and report fever or any other signs of infection immediately to your doctor.
To help treat/prevent mouth sores, use a soft toothbrush and rinse your mouth at least 3 times a day with saline water.
To reduce nausea, take anti-nausea medications as prescribed by your doctor, and eat small, frequent meals.
Eat foods that may help reduce diarrhea and take adequate rest.

Fact Box

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Therapeutic Class

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Patient concerns

Is ulcers curable G2 stage of cancer in rectum area

Dr. Pawan Rawal

Gastroenterology

Needs evaluation Please meet a Gastro surgeon

My dad is suffering from colon cancer How to get rid of it

Dr. Vijay Sharnangat

Medical Oncology and Hematology

Surgery is main stay of treatment, which should be followed by chemotherapy.

User feedback

Patients taking Luporal Capsule

Thrice A Day

52%

Twice A Day

25%

Once A Day

13%

Four Times A *

10%

*Four Times A Day

What are you using Luporal Capsule for?

Others

62%

Ovarian cance*

25%

Cervical canc*

12%

*Ovarian cancer, Cervical cancer

How much was the improvement?

Average

67%

Poor

33%

What were the side-effects while using Luporal Capsule?

Nausea

33%

Weakness

33%

Vomiting

33%

How do you take Luporal Capsule?

With food

100%

Please rate Luporal Capsule on price

Expensive

89%

Average

11%

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References

Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 23 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Uracil-Tegafur. Bedfordview, South Africa: Bristol-Myers Squibb (Pty) Ltd; 2001. [Accessed 24 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

Marketer details

Name: Lupin Ltd

Address: Lupin Ltd, 3rd floor Kalpataru Inspire, Off. W E Highway, Santacruz (East), Mumbai 400 055. India

Country of origin: Taiwan
Expires on or after: February, 2025

A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Luporal Capsule. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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Email ID: [email protected]
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

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Luporal Capsule

Introduction of Luporal Capsule

Uses of Luporal Capsule

Benefits of Luporal Capsule

In Cancer of colon and rectum

Side effects of Luporal Capsule

Common side effects of Luporal

How to use Luporal Capsule

Safety advice

What if you forget to take Luporal Capsule?

All substitutes

Quick tips

Luporal Capsule

Fact Box

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

User feedback

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