Fluracil
Prescription Required
Prescription Required
Fluracil Benefits & Uses
Fluracil is used to treat the following -
Fluracil 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 Fluracil
Fluracil Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fluracil 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
Fluracil Related Warnings
Is the use of Fluracil safe for pregnant women?
Fluracil can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
SevereIs the use of Fluracil safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Fluracil. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
SevereWhat is the effect of Fluracil on the Kidneys?
Fluracil is completely safe for kidneys.
SafeWhat is the effect of Fluracil on the Liver?
Fluracil may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
ModerateWhat is the effect of Fluracil on the Heart?
Fluracil is completely safe for the heart.
SafeSevere Interaction of Fluracil with Other Drugs
Fluracil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Fluracil Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fluracil 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 Fluracil
Is this Fluracil habit forming or addictive?
Fluracil does not cause addiction.
NoIs it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Fluracil can make you feel drowsy.
DangerousIs it safe?
Fluracil should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's adviseIs it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Fluracil for mental disorders.
NoFluracil Interactions with Food and Alcohol
Interaction between Food and Fluracil
Taking Fluracil with food does not cause any problems.
SafeInteraction between Alcohol and Fluracil
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Fluracil with alcohol will be.
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
