Trifluridine



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  • Contains / Salt: Trifluridine


Trifluridine Information



Trifluridine Benefits & Uses

Trifluridine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Trifluridine 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.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Eye Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop
  • Dosage Route: Ophthalmic
  • Frequency: 2 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: dose should be given in the treatment of herpes simplex keratitis in every 2 hours during waking hours
Geriatric
  • Disease: Eye Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop
  • Dosage Route: Ophthalmic
  • Frequency: 2 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: dose should be given in the treatment of herpes simplex keratitis in every 2 hours during waking hours
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Eye Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop
  • Dosage Route: Ophthalmic
  • Frequency: 2 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: dose should be given every 2 hours during waking hours


Trifluridine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Trifluridine is used -

Common

  • Eye Burning

Trifluridine Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Trifluridine safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Trifluridine. It is best to stop taking Trifluridine immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Trifluridine safe during breastfeeding?


    Trifluridine can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Trifluridine on the Kidneys?


    Trifluridine does not damage the kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Trifluridine on the Liver?


    Trifluridine is completely safe for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Trifluridine on the Heart?


    There are no any side effects of Trifluridine for the heart.

    Safe


Trifluridine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Trifluridine unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Trifluridine

  • Is this Trifluridine habit forming or addictive?


    Trifluridine does not cause addiction.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Trifluridine as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Trifluridine only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, the use of Trifluridine in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Trifluridine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Trifluridine


    You can take Trifluridine with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Trifluridine


    Trifluridine and alcohol do not lead to side effects, but it is still better to be cautious.

    Safe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lonsurf (trifluridine and tipiracil)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 798

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1233-1234



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