5FU GLS Benefits & Uses

5FU GLS is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Colorectal Cancer

Other Benefits

5FU GLS 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: Colorectal Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Colorectal Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

5FU GLS Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when 5FU GLS is used -

Moderate

Esophagitis
Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Erythema
Edema

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Loss of appetite
Diarrhoea
Dry Skin
Itching or burning
Infection
Sinus infection

5FU GLS Related Warnings

Is the use of 5FU GLS safe for pregnant women?

5FU GLS shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of 5FU GLS safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking 5FU GLS. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of 5FU GLS on the Kidneys?

5FU GLS is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of 5FU GLS on the Liver?

5FU GLS 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of 5FU GLS on the Heart?

Using 5FU GLS does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of 5FU GLS with Other Drugs

5FU GLS should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Carbamazepine

5FU GLS Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take 5FU GLS 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 5FU GLS

Is this 5FU GLS habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that 5FU GLS is addictive.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking 5FU GLS as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

5FU GLS is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

5FU GLS is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

5FU GLS Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and 5FU GLS

Taking 5FU GLS with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and 5FU GLS

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking 5FU GLS with alcohol.

Unknown

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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; 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

5FU GLS 250mg Injection