Fluorouracil
Indications
- Solid tumours [including gastro-intestinal tract cancers and breast cancer] (specialist use only), Colorectal cancer (specialist use only)
- Superficial malignant and pre-malignant skin lesions [using 5% cream]
- Actinic keratosis on face, ears, and/or scalp [using 4% cream]
Drug Interactions
6 drug interactions identified for Fluorouracil. Check the full interaction details, severity ratings, and clinical recommendations in the MedNext app.
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Cautions
With systemic use History of heart disease; partial dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase deficiency—consult product literature With topical use Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes; dihydropyrimidi...
Side Effects
General side-effects: Common or very common Alopecia; diarrhoea; increased risk of infection; mucositis; nausea; skin reactions; vomiting Uncommon Dizziness; eye disorders; eye inflammation; headache;...
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Source: MedNext Audited Proprietary Dataset
Last reviewed: 2026
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