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We guarantee the lowest price on all of our prescription products. If you find your medications cheaper at any other recognized licensed mail order pharmacy, we will not only match their price, we will beat it by 25% of the difference. It is our 125% price match guarantee!
Example: If you find a product on Canada Drugs Direct for $50.00 and find the same product for $40.00 at another mail order pharmacy, we will provide you with a $12.50 discount, bringing your total to $37.50.
To get the discount please make sure to mention the price match to the customer service team when they call to collect payment for your order. Or call toll free at 1-888-904-8467 to place the order through the phone.
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A generic drug is a copy of the brand-name drug with the same dosage, safety, strength, quality, consumption method, performance, and intended use. Before generics become available on the market, the generic company must prove it has the same active ingredients as the brand-name drug and works in the same way and in the same amount of time in the body.
The only differences between generics and their brand-name counterparts is that generics are less expensive and may look slightly different (eg. different shape or color), as trademarks laws prevent a generic from looking exactly like the brand-name drug.
Generics are less expensive because generic manufacturers don't have to invest large sums of money to develop a drug. When the brand-name patent expires, generic companies can manufacture a copy of the brand-name and sell it at a substantial discount.
Xeloda (Capecitabine) is a medication that helps treat certain types of cancer. It works by blocking the growth of cancer cells. When you take Xeloda, your body changes it into an active form that targets cancer, specifically a substance called 5-fluorouracil. This medicine is mainly used for metastatic breast cancer and colorectal cancer. Doctors might prescribe it on its own or with other treatments, like chemotherapy or radiation.
Xeloda is taken orally as prescribed by a healthcare professional. Patients usually take the medication twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening. It's important to take it with water within 30 minutes after finishing a meal to ensure optimal absorption. The typical Xeloda dosage can vary depending on the specific condition being treated. Patients with colon cancer might have different dosages compared to those being treated for breast cancer. It's important to follow the exact dosage instructions given by a doctor.
The active ingredient in Xeloda is Capecitabine.
Avoid taking or using this medication if you have a known hypersensitivity to Capecitabine, Fluorouracil, or any ingredients in the medication.
Xeloda can cause several side effects, including hand and foot syndrome, diarrhea, nausea, tiredness, abdominal pain, and high bilirubin levels in the blood. People with metastatic breast cancer or colorectal cancer may experience additional effects like low red or white blood cell counts, skin inflammation, mouth sores, and vomiting. Hair loss and swelling can happen when Xeloda is used with other treatments.
Serious side effects are possible, such as severe diarrhea, dehydration, and heart problems like chest pain or irregular heartbeats. Those with a deficiency in the DPD enzyme face a higher risk of severe reactions, including low blood cell counts and serious mouth sores. If you notice symptoms like skin blistering, significant swelling, yellowing of the skin or eyes, or a high fever, contact your healthcare provider right away.