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5 Flucel is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Colorectal Cancer. The alternative uses of 5 Flucel have also been explained below.
The right dosage of 5 Flucel depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of 5 Flucel have been listed ahead. Such side effects of 5 Flucel normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that 5 Flucel has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to 5 Flucel's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
5 Flucel is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Mouth Ulcer are examples of such conditions. The section on 5 Flucel contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of 5 Flucel with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that 5 Flucel is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
5 Flucel is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of 5 Flucel safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking 5 Flucel. If you are pregnant, do not take 5 Flucel without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of 5 Flucel safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking 5 Flucel. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of 5 Flucel on the Kidneys?
Using 5 Flucel does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of 5 Flucel on the Liver?
5 Flucel can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of 5 Flucel on the Heart?
5 Flucel is not harmful for the heart.
5 Flucel should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take 5 Flucel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this 5 Flucel habit forming or addictive?
5 Flucel does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the 5 Flucel can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take 5 Flucel only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, 5 Flucel is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and 5 Flucel
It is safe to take 5 Flucel with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and 5 Flucel
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking 5 Flucel with alcohol.
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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
