Fludin 500mg Injection

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Composition FOR Fludin 500mg Injection

Fluorouracil(500mg)

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No interaction found/established
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Fludin 500mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Fludin 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Fludin 500mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Fludin 500mg Injection

Fluorouracil(500mg)

Fludin injection uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of cancer.

How fludin injection works

Fludin 500mg Injection is an anticancer medication. It works by interfering with the growth of genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. This slows the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them.

Common side effects of fludin injection

Nausea, Vomiting, Hair loss, Diarrhea, Bronchospasm, Erythema (skin redness), 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, Euphoria (feeling of intense excitement and happiness), Headache, Dizziness, Parkinson-like symptoms, Pyramidal signs, Sleepiness, Increased lacrimation, Dacryostenosis, Visual impairment, Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats), Heart attack, Cardiomyopathy (heart muscle disease), Hypotension (low blood pressure), Gastrointestinal ulcer, Gastrointestinal bleeding, Skin hyperpigmentation, Exanthema, Maculopapular rash, Photosensitivity, Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement), Hypersensitivity, Confusion, Cardiac arrest, Brain ischemia, Intestinal ischemia, Peripheral ischemia, Thromboembolism, Thrombophlebitis

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Expert advice FOR Fludin Injection

  • Fluorouracil 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.

Frequently asked questions FOR Fludin 500mg Injection

Fluorouracil

Q. Is fluorouracil a vesicant?
No, fluorouracil is not a vesicant (irritant).
Q. Is fluorouracil safe?
Fluorouracil is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. Is fluorouracil a steroid?
No, flurouracil is not a steroid.
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Q. Is fluorouracil cream chemotherapy?
Fluorouracil is used as chemotherapy for the treatment of cancers.
Q. Is fluorouracil cream for warts?
Yes, fluorouracil is used for the treatment of warts.
Q. Is fluorouracil the same as efudex?
Efudex is a brand name (trade name) for fluorouracil.
Q. Does fluorouracil affect normal skin?
Fluorouracil has minimal effect on the surrounding healthy skin.
Q. Does fluorouracil cause hair loss?
Yes, fluorouracil may cause temporary hair loss.
Q. Does fluorouracil cause scarring?
No, fluorouracil is not known to cause scarring.
Q. Does fluorouracil cause headaches?
Though headache is not a common side effect of fluorouracil, it may occur uncommonly is some people.
Q. 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.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)