Flonida 5% Cream is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Colorectal Cancer. Secondary and off-label uses of Flonida 5% Cream have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Flonida 5% Cream depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Flonida 5% Cream as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Flonida 5% Cream are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Flonida 5% Cream has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Flonida 5% Cream has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Flonida 5% Cream related warnings section.
Flonida 5% Cream is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Mouth Ulcer are examples of such conditions. The section on Flonida 5% Cream contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Flonida 5% Cream may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Flonida 5% Cream, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Flonida 5% Cream is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Flonida 5% Cream is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Flonida 5% Cream safe for pregnant women?
Flonida can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Flonida 5% Cream safe during breastfeeding?
Flonida may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Flonida 5% Cream on the Kidneys?
Using Flonida does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Flonida 5% Cream on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Flonida. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Flonida only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Flonida 5% Cream on the Heart?
Flonida is not harmful for the heart.
Flonida 5% Cream should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flonida 5% Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flonida 5% Cream habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Flonida 5% Cream.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Flonida 5% Cream can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Flonida 5% Cream should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Flonida 5% Cream for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Flonida 5% Cream
Taking Flonida 5% Cream with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flonida 5% Cream
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Flonida 5% Cream and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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