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| Drug Name | Capecitabine |
| Trade Name | Xeloda |
| Synonyms | R340|Ro 09-1978/000 |
| Drug Descriptions |
Xeloda (capecitabine) is a prodrug that is converted to 5-FU, ultimately inhibiting RNA and DNA synthesis and cell division (PMID: 28520372). Xeloda (capecitabine) is FDA-approved for use in patients with colorectal, breast, gastric, esophageal, gastroesophageal junction, and pancreatic cancer (FDA.gov). |
| DrugClasses | Chemotherapy - Antimetabolite 14 |
| CAS Registry Number | 154361-50-9 |
| NCIT ID | C1794 |