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Fluorouracil - injection

(flewr-oh-your-uh-sill)

common brand names: Adrucil

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Adrucil Usage: Fluorouracil is one of big group of drugs known as 'antineoplastics'; these drugs also known as cancer drugs, chemotherapy or 'chemo'. They used in treatment of various cancers to slow or stop the growth of cancer cells. combination of different types of cancer medications will often be used to achieve better results & minimize side effects.

How to use Adrucil: this is a potent medication. Use it exactly as prescribed, with daily doses up to 800 mg. do not stop receiving treatments with this drug, even if you feel nauseated or vomiting occurs. Consult your pharmacist or pharmacist. Follow every directions.

Adrucil side effects: Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, rash, itchy or dry skin & weakness common side effects. Using the drug on an empty stomach may help relieve vomiting. Changes at diet, such as eating several small meals or limiting activity may help lessen few about these effects. in some cases, drug therapy may be necessary to prevent or relieve nausea or vomiting. Temporary hair loss is another common side effect; normal hair growth should return after treatment has ended. Contact your physician without delay if you experience any of the following symptoms: fever, chills, painful or difficult urination, stomach cramps, diarrhea, heartburn, chest pain, simple bruising or bleeding, black or tarry stools, blood in urine or stools, pinpoint red spots on skin, lower back or side pain, sores in mouth or on lips, trouble with balance, cough, shortness of breath. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or physician.

Adrucil Precautions: Tell your physician some your medical history, including: allergies (especially drug allergies), blood disorders (bone marrow problems), serious infections. Birth control measures are recommended for use at men & girl while using this medication. this medication isnot recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult you're physician before using it medication. it is not known if this drug is excreted into breast milk. Breast-feeding is not recommended while using this drug.

Adrucil medication interactions: Tell youre healthcare professional of all nonprescription & prescription meds you use, especially of: leucovorin or other anti-cancer drugs. don't start or stop any medicine with-out doctor or physician approval.

Adrucil Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact you're local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, & intestinal bleeding.

Adrucil special notes: this medication can lower your body's ability to fight an infection. Notify youre doctor if you develop any signs of an infection such as fever, sore throat, rash or chills. Avoid touching you're eyes or inside your nose without first washing youre hands. Regular physician visits important. Frequent blood tests will be done to monitor therapy. Use caution with sharp objects love safety razors or nail cutters & avoid activities such as contact sports in order to lower the chance about getting cut, bruised or injured. do not have immunizations/vaccinations without consent of your pharmacist, & avoid contact with human who have recently received oral polio vaccine.

If you missed Adrucil dose: don't double dose if missed. Contact youre physician.

Adrucil Storage: Store at room temperature. Protect from light.

Medical alert: you're condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Fluorouracil

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