Uracil

Information about Uracil

Uracil uses

Uracil is used in the treatment of cancer of colon and rectum.

How uracil works

Uracil interferes with the growth of DNA and RNA of the cancer cells by substituting their building blocks. It prevents the cancer cells from growing and multiplying.

Common side effects of uracil

Limited data available

Available Medicine for Uracil

    Expert advice for Uracil

    • 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.


    Content on this page was last updated on 18 February, 2020, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)