For Primary Care : Capecitabine (Xeloda) in 3 Minutes

Capecitabine (Xeloda): What Every PCP Should Know Welcome to CARES – Cancer Rehab Ed & Support, where we deliver quick and clinically relevant cancer care updates for busy primary care providers. In this video, we break down Capecitabine (Xeloda) — a widely used oral chemotherapy agent — into what matters most for PCPs: Indications & mechanism Key side effects (including hand-foot syndrome) Monitoring tips Renal dosing and drug interactions Practical patient counseling points 💡 Capecitabine is taken at home, but it's not a benign medication. As a PCP, your vigilance can help prevent serious complications.