Capecitabine User Reviews & Ratings

• MeMaw
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 22, 2020

Xeloda (capecitabine) for Colorectal Cancer "I was diagnosed with stage 3 colorectal cancer in January 2020. I under went 6 weeks of Xeloda along with 6 weeks targeted radiation. The combination shrunk my tumour 1.5 inches which was considered a great success for when I had surgery in July of 2020. I had a bit of nausea and was very exhausted. Some tingling in my thumb and fingers. Also had some diarrhea occasionally. My hair has never been healthier .... zero hair loss. At one point I had some mouth tenderness but never open sores. I have recently just finished 4 months of follow up chemo (xeloda)and currently recovering from side effects such as extreme fatigue , muscle aches ,limited nausea and diarrhea. Also I’ve had split and peeling skin on thumbs and fingers all in all my experience with Xeloda has been good. I’ve been told that there is zero sign of any cancer left , CT scan last week will tell the tale. Will know more early January but feeling very optimistic."

• carole
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 4, 2023

For Breast Cancer, Metastatic "I have been taking Capecitabine for 3 months now. It's working really well for me with absolutely no side effects. I hope it continues this way. I have just had a CT scan to see how it's working, so I'm waiting for the hopefully good news. Good luck to everyone out there who is battling with this horrible disease. Stay positive, ladies. We can do this."

• SueZi
• December 12, 2016

Xeloda (capecitabine) for Breast Cancer, Metastatic "I have been taking Xeloda 500mg. for approximately 5 months with only a few side effects I am on one week and off the next. I am tired during the week I am on with occasional diarrhea. I have noticed my hair thinning more but not too extreme. I don't have any hand or foot peeling as others do. I sleep really good and my appetite has not been affected. On occasion my gums feel a little tender. The best part is my tumor markers continue to drop in number! This is working for me."

• Anonymous
• May 3, 2009

Xeloda (capecitabine) for Breast Cancer, Metastatic "I have advanced breast cancer in treatment. Xeloda has been better than being stuck in the chemo suite at my oncologist's office all the time. I just take the pills and they are pretty easy to take, compared to the infusions. Now I just have to go once a month to get my Taxotere. My nurse also has me putting lots of lotion on my hands and feet to prevent side effects, so far my hands are just dry sometimes. The best part is my hair is coming back. If I'd known this drug was available earlier, I'd have asked for it."

• Cheryl...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 13, 2017

Xeloda (capecitabine) for Breast Cancer, Metastatic "I will be starting my 4th round next week of Xeloda (generic). I have stage 4 breast cancer that I have been battling for over 6 years. Tumor spread to the liver, some sort of tumors near my kidney pressing my urethra, and pleurisy. I was losing 1 to 2 lbs a day. This is only my third therapy in all those years. My first round was 4,000 mg per day for 14 days. We had to adjust as the pain in my feet became horrific after a week. I am now taking 3,000 mg per day for 7 days on; 7 days off. I am no longer losing weight so we know the xeloda is probably working on the liver. The pleural area is not refilling (had surgery); kidney was saved with stents. Please do not be quick to jump to another drug (only when they stop working)."

• Jim
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 2, 2013

Xeloda (capecitabine) for Colorectal Cancer "Found out I had colon cancer and thought that was the end of me. Xeloda was very easy to take, twice daily for two weeks. One week off with testing. A small amount of tenderness in the mouth was the only problem, and that was minor. Only noticed it when I decided to try one of my diet favorites which is hot sauce."

• GILL...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 2, 2023

For Colorectal Cancer "I was admitted under an emergency procedure for bowel resection where it was found I had cancer. The surgeon who operated said that he was confident that he had got it all out but suggested a colonoscopy which I had and this came back clear. I was referred to an oncologist who said he would like for me to have some adjuvant chemo which would be capecitabine pills. I am halfway through the treatment and in all honesty it has not been that bad. No hair loss or sickness. Just fatigue BIG TIME Am about to start cycle five, so fingers crossed."

• Ali
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 15, 2019

For Breast Cancer, Metastatic "I was diagnosed with liver mets in May this year also have had bone Mets for 5 years all from my breast cancer. So far Capecitbine has worked fantastically I have had 2 scans since starting and both very positive as tumors are shrinking. I feel great. Any side affects are very easy treated."

• vange
• November 18, 2011

Xeloda (capecitabine) for Colorectal Cancer "My father was diagnosed with stage four colo-rectal cancer one year ago. I'm thankful for Xeloda it has worked in shrinking the tumor on his colon, he has not lost hair, does not vomit or have constant diarrhea, is eating well and can still taste flavors of the food he eats, I thank the God for this. But he does have other symptoms like pain and peeling on his hands and feet, blackness on his hands and bottom of his feet. I do notice he has chills, feels week and disoriented at times, body aches and his hearing is not as good as it was before."

• JohnB
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 31, 2021

For Colorectal Cancer "They found a fairly good size tumor in my colon in Dec. 2020. Had it removed on Jan. 26. 2021. All other CT scans, blood checks and urine tests returned negative as did the pathology on the lymph nodes that they sent out after the operation. They have me on Capecitabine for six months as a precautionary measure, the choice to take it was mine. I am on the three week schedule - take medicine for two weeks, off for 1 week. I take 2000 mg with my morning meal and 2000 mg with my evening meal. I am in my second session and have had little or no side effects as of yet. Some upset stomachs and tiredness, thats about it. Just wondering if anyone else is taking this much without having problems? Stay safe and be careful and don' get lax about the covid situation. I just had my first vaccine two weeks ago."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 10, 2018

Xeloda (capecitabine) for Breast Cancer, Metastatic "Chemo pill that is so awful!!!! I didn’t have as many side effects taking AC (Adriamycina & Cyclophosphamide) chemo. I do have so many side effects with these awful pills. The thought of enduring 5 more extremely awful months is almost unimaginable."

• Dawnee
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 23, 2024

Xeloda (capecitabine) for Colorectal Cancer "This is my 5th round of this medication, some side effects are diarrhea, dry mouth, dehydration, severe nausea, freezing feet along with some numbness. My very first round of this was great, no side effects at all. I hear the more you take it, sometimes it can affect how you feel. I have medication for the pain and nausea, however, I wish it lasted longer. I just finished my 2 weeks on, 8 pills a day and am on my 7-day break. I will try eating differently as I have been taking the pills first, then eating. I will eat first. I wish everyone tippy the very best in your journey."

• Oose
• October 25, 2008

Xeloda (capecitabine) for Colorectal Cancer "This drug saved my life. It eradicated my tumor and made it possible for me to have a much less extensive surgery than anticipated. I had very few side effects and the ones I did have were easily managed with medicine."

• Susan...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 7, 2022

For Breast Cancer, Metastatic "I have been on Capecitabine (Xeloda) for 11 months with minor side effects in the beginning when on higher dose (hand and foot syndrome, rash on chest & back) and really minor now since 1500 MG 2x/day, 1 week on and 1 off (minor cramps, diarrhea). I still put lotion on feet once a day. It took away 2 tumors in my chest (hila) but sadly, I now have a small mass on breast. Triple Neg. is the worst! It will be removed in a week and I am still positive and Oncol. is keeping me on same dose. Don't give up and try to be thankful for the good days and enjoy life, like I am, till the good Lord takes me home."

• Anonymous
• February 4, 2012

Xeloda (capecitabine) for Colorectal Cancer "I have been on Xeloda since October 2011 and haven't had any of the side effects listed. I have been able to maintain my appetite and haven't lost my hair. Actually, my hair has thinned just a little, gained a little bit more body and is getting lighter. This has been a very positive experience as far as chemo goes. I definitely will do Xeloda again (If I have to). There is a questionable mass on my lung...surgeon says cancer....oncologist no sure...and it is shrinking. I'm unsure if it is related to the combination medication I was on or Xeloda. I will hopefully determine that with this cycle of Xeloda on its own. "

• excel...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• September 16, 2022

Xeloda (capecitabine) for Breast Cancer "My sister was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer in 2001. She had two recurrences over the years. In 2016 (second recurrence) she went on Xeloda. It suppressed her cancer for four years (2x as much time as the norm). Her only side effects were slight fatigue and hair thinning. When it stopped working after 4 years, she went in Verzenio which was awful for her (terrible stomach problems, lost weight and couldn’t sleep). If only Xeloda lasted forever! She’s now in an infusion chemo easier on her system and working to suppress cancer. Next up: oral SERDS to be approved Feb 2023. It’s hopping from one medication to another once bc metastasized but she’s lived 21 years so far."

• Jack...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 8, 2022

Xeloda (capecitabine) "Very expensive, but worth it! Saved me! 7 pills a day for 14 days, 7 days off, start again. In 2008 I was informed of stage 4 and to get my affairs in order. Radiation, Chemotherapy, PET, MRI’s, X-Ray’s, Blood work, without xeloda I wouldn’t be writing this. Side effects yes but cancer free since November 17, 2008. 1/7/2021"

• devila
• August 8, 2017

For Breast Cancer, Metastatic "I have been taking these pills for the past two months...one week on one week off. 500mg per pill. 8 pills per day, four in the morning and four at night and so far this has been a god sent. I have MBC stage 4 as of today I have had no side effects no hair thinning, no diarrhea, no peeling of the hands or feet. I was given the option of chemo infusion but declined as after reading all the side effects I decided not to go that route. I just left my doctors office this afternoon and the news was good. The swelling and open wounds on the breast that had been bleeding profusely has stopped. wounds are healing and some shrinkage of the tumor was seen. I can only tell you that it seems to be working for me."

• LoneE...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 7, 2022

Xeloda (capecitabine) for Colorectal Cancer "Vietnam combat veteran exposed to Agent Orange - began treatment for large tumor colorectal cancer while undergoing 9 weeks of radiation treatments ( took Xeloda for the 9 week period - eight 500 mg tablets daily). This was followed by 4 months of recovery from radiation. Then 11 hours of surgery during pandemic lockdown in April 2020, followed by an additional 10 months of chemo/infusion treatments (took Xeloda during this 10 month period - same daily dosage). I am now recovering from surgery and treatments and consider myself very fortunate. Thanks to my oncologist, my surgical team and Xeloda!!!!"

• Old...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 20, 2020

Xeloda (capecitabine) for Breast Cancer "I took it the during the 3rd year after my diagnosis. It worked great for about 11 months and then it didn't. But I was struggling with extreme fatigue before I started taking it and within the first week I felt so much better. Other than fatigue i didn't have any side effects. It was great"

• bjmon...
• July 10, 2016

For Breast Cancer, Metastatic "I began this drug when diagnosed 9 months ago with Stage IV Metastatic CA. I take 4 pills in the a.m. and 3 in the p.m. I began on the 14 days on and 7 days off regime. Went ok with only a little nausea at first, but a few cycles in had severe diarrhea and stomach pain to the point of passing out on the toilet. The next day diarrhea with bloody stools. My oncologist changed the cycle to 1 week on and 1 week off and I have had much less severe side effects. I do get a day or two with a bout of diarrhea and sometimes a day or 2 of foot redness even with using creams faithfully. However, my CT scan confirms my cancer liver spots have decreased and shrunk. My bone spots are healing in places and there are no new areas seen...so far, so good."

• lorie...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 19, 2022

For Breast Cancer, Metastatic "Hi everyone I have stage 4 breast cancer, which has come back 5 times, I have just been put on Capecitabine and it has reduced the tumour under my armpit, I have had no side effects what so ever. hope it keeps working for me, l know it will."

• PHano
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 29, 2018

For Breast Cancer "I take capecitabine for 14 days with 7 days off. My dosage is 3000mg per day (3 pills in the AM with food, 3 pills in PM with food). Side effects in cycle 1 were very minimal; mild fatigue and nausea that began toward the end of the cycle. Hand/Foot syndrome developed in cycle 2: blistering on fingers, toes, discoloration on fingers, pain on bottom of foot that limited my walking. Side effects in cycle 3 were severe diarrhea and abdominal cramping, in addition to worsening of hand/foot. I am taking a 3 week break from the drug and the dosage will be adjusted in cycle 4."

• BC Su...
• May 18, 2016

Xeloda (capecitabine) for Breast Cancer, Metastatic "I am thankful this drug didn't kill me! After taking this drug for 8 days the side effects started and went from bad to worse...blisters on hands, and hands and feet as well as every fold in my skin turned black and I had severe diahrea, that ended up putting me in the hospital for 6 days. The medicine reacted to my colon and it was wide open, couldn't hold anything down, lost 17 pounds is 7 days, although the weight loss was welcomed, I wouldn't suggest going about it this way. I stuck it out for the full 14 day regime and my doctor believes that with taking the drug for the first cycle hopefully it shrunk some of the tumors which are in my jaw, spine, collar bone and left femur. New treatmen coming after I recover from Xeloda!"

• Rozeya
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 2, 2017

Xeloda (capecitabine) for Colorectal Cancer "I am in my 2nd month of taking xeloda after going through 36 rounds of chemotherapy since 2013. My intake of xeloda is 3 pills every twelve hours for 7 days and off 7 days. The side effect I am experiencing is the discoloration of the inside of my hands and the bottom of my feet, they also tingle and are painful at times. I am often tired and have also had pain in my shoulder and chest. I don't know if this medicine will keep the cancer from coming back, but I'd rather deal with these side effects than the chemo."