Florac
Prescription Required
Prescription Required
Florac Benefits & Uses
Florac is used to treat the following -
Florac Dosage & How to Take
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.
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Ingredients of Florac
Florac Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Florac is used -
- Nausea or vomiting
- Weakness
- Loss of appetite
- Increased risk of infection
- Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
- Hair Loss
- Diarrhoea
- Esophagitis
- Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
- Inflammation Of Rectum
- Pain in Extremity
- Skin scar
- Contact Dermatitis
- Irritability
- Skin redness
- Sensation of Burning
- Dry Skin
- Pharyngitis
- Skin irritation
- Erythema
- Edema Moderate
- Itching or burning
- Infection
- Sinus infection
Florac Related Warnings
Is the use of Florac safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Florac. If you are pregnant, do not take Florac without a doctor's advice.
SevereIs the use of Florac safe during breastfeeding?
Florac should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
SevereWhat is the effect of Florac on the Kidneys?
Florac is completely safe for kidneys.
SafeWhat is the effect of Florac on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Florac. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
ModerateWhat is the effect of Florac on the Heart?
Florac is not harmful for the heart.
SafeSevere Interaction of Florac with Other Drugs
Florac should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Florac Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Florac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Bleeding
- Blood Cancer
- Liver Disease
- Skin Disorders and Diseases
- Mouth Ulcer
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Frequently asked Questions about Florac
Is this Florac habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Florac.
NoIs it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Florac, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Florac can make you drowsy.
DangerousIs it safe?
Florac is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's adviseIs it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Florac for mental disorders.
NoFlorac Interactions with Food and Alcohol
Interaction between Food and Florac
It is safe to take Florac with food.
SafeInteraction between Alcohol and Florac
Information about the interaction of Florac and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Unknown
References
- US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Fluorouracil
- KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 864
- April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 585-588
