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Fluracil 500mg Injection
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Fluracil 500mg Injection is used in the treatment of cancers of stomach, colon, rectum, breast, and lungs. It may be used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor. It is sometimes used with certain other medicines as part of combination chemotherapy.
Fluracil 500mg Injection is used to treat severe forms of a skin disease (psoriasis) and to treat several disorders of joint disorders leading to painful swelling and redness of the joints.
Fluracil 500mg Injection is used to treat severe forms of a skin disease (psoriasis) and to treat several disorders of joint disorders leading to painful swelling and redness of the joints.
Uses of Fluracil Injection
Benefits of Fluracil Injection
In Cancer
Fluracil 500mg Injection helps to treat certain kinds of cancer such as cancer of the breasts, lungs, colon, rectum etc. It may be used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat cancer in various parts of the body. Fluracil 500mg Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
Side effects of Fluracil Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Fluracil
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Hair loss
- Diarrhea
- Bronchospasm
- Infection
- Myelosuppression
- Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood)
- General discomfort
- Itching
- Skin exfoliation
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Febrile neutropenia
- Angina (heart related chest pain)
- ECG changes
- Decreased immunity
How to use Fluracil Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Fluracil 500mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Fluracil 500mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Fluracil 500mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Fluracil 500mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Fluracil 500mg Injection can cause side effects such as nausea and can also produce adverse events on your nervous system which cause visual changes.This may affect your ability to drive.
Fluracil 500mg Injection can cause side effects such as nausea and can also produce adverse events on your nervous system which cause visual changes.This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fluracil 500mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Fluracil 500mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Fluracil 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Fluracil 500mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Fluracil 500mg Injection helps treat cancers of stomach, colon, rectum, breast, and lungs.
- It is given as an injection into a vein, or as a drip (infusion) into a vein or artery.
- The dose and the number of treatment cycles needed will depend on the type and stage of cancer that is being treated.
- It may cause dizziness and visual changes. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood cells and liver function during treatment with this medicine.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Pyrimidine Analog
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Antimetabolites
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Fluracil 500mg Injection
Once A Month
36%
Once A Day
36%
Once A Week
9%
Twice A Month
9%
Twice A Day
9%
What are you using Fluracil Injection for?
Others
50%
Breast cancer
50%
How much was the improvement?
Poor
100%
What were the side-effects while using Fluracil 500mg Injection?
Nausea
20%
Loss of appet*
20%
Weakness
20%
Vomiting
20%
Reduced blood*
20%
*Loss of appetite, Reduced blood platelets
FAQs
Is fluorouracil a vesicant?
No, fluorouracil is not a vesicant (irritant).
Is fluorouracil safe?
Fluorouracil is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Is fluorouracil a steroid?
No, flurouracil is not a steroid.
Is fluorouracil cream chemotherapy?
Fluorouracil is used as chemotherapy for the treatment of cancers.
Is fluorouracil cream for warts?
Yes, fluorouracil is used for the treatment of warts.
Is fluorouracil the same as efudex?
Efudex is a brand name (trade name) for fluorouracil.
Does fluorouracil affect normal skin?
Fluorouracil has minimal effect on the surrounding healthy skin.
Does fluorouracil cause hair loss?
Yes, fluorouracil may cause temporary hair loss.
Does fluorouracil cause scarring?
No, fluorouracil is not known to cause scarring.
Does fluorouracil cause headaches?
Though headache is not a common side effect of fluorouracil, it may occur uncommonly is some people.
Why does fluorouracil cause fatigue?
As with any chemotherapy for cancer, fluorouracil causes fatigue which is attributed to be of multi-factor origin, but inflammation and anemia are thought to be the most important factors.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Chu E, Sartorelli AC. Cancer Chemotherapy. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 946-47.
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 561-63.
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- Drugs.com. Fluorouracil Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings. [Accesses on 27 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Fluracil 500mg Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Fluracil 500mg Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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