Carmofur
Information about Carmofur
Carmofur uses
Carmofur is used in the treatment of testicular cancer, ovarian cancer, head and neck cancer, cervical cancer, breast cancer, non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL), blood cancer, lung cancer, bone cancer and urinary bladder cancer.
How carmofur works
Carmofur belongs to a class of medications called halopyrimidines. It works by breaking down some proteins found in cancerous cells and works along with other anti-cancer agents to prevent growth of cancer cells.
Common side effects of carmofur
Fever, Nausea, Abdominal pain, Chills, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Diarrhea
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Expert advice for Carmofur
- Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you notice any signs of infection such as fever, sore throat, rash or severe diarrhea.