Celilo

Celilo

Celilo is a term that has several meanings in different contexts. In the context of medicine, Celilo is a type of cancer treatment drug. It is a brand name for the generic drug capecitabine, which is an oral chemotherapy drug used to treat several types of cancer, including breast cancer and colorectal cancer.

Mechanism of Action

Celilo, or capecitabine, is a prodrug. This means that it is inactive when it is first taken, but it is converted into its active form in the body. The active form of Celilo is 5-fluorouracil, a drug that interferes with the growth of cancer cells.

Side Effects

Like all chemotherapy drugs, Celilo can have side effects. These can include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and fatigue. It can also cause more serious side effects, such as hand-foot syndrome, a condition in which the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet become red and painful.

Precautions

Before starting treatment with Celilo, patients should discuss their medical history with their doctor. This includes any allergies, other medications they are taking, and any other health conditions they have.

See Also

• Chemotherapy
• Breast cancer
• Colorectal cancer
• 5-fluorouracil
• Hand-foot syndrome