Fivoflu 500 Injection Information

Fivoflu 500 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Colorectal Cancer. Fivoflu 500 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Fivoflu 500 Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Fivoflu 500 Injection have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Fivoflu 500 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Fivoflu 500 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Fivoflu 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Fivoflu 500 Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Fivoflu 500 Injection in conditions like Mouth Ulcer. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Fivoflu 500 Injection contraindications section.

Besides this, Fivoflu 500 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Fivoflu 500 Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Fivoflu Benefits & Uses
Fivoflu Dosage & How to Take
Fivoflu Side Effects
Fivoflu Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Fivoflu with Other Drugs
Fivoflu Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Fivoflu
Fivoflu Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Fivoflu 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Fivoflu 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Colorectal Cancer

Fivoflu 500 Injection 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

Fivoflu 500 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Fivoflu 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Fivoflu. If you are pregnant, do not take Fivoflu without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Fivoflu 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Fivoflu should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Fivoflu 500 Injection on the Kidneys?

Fivoflu is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Fivoflu 500 Injection on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Fivoflu. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Fivoflu 500 Injection on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Fivoflu 500 Injection with Other Drugs

Fivoflu 500 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Carbamazepine

Fivoflu 500 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fivoflu 500 Injection 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 Fivoflu 500 Injection

Is this Fivoflu 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Fivoflu 500 Injection is not addictive in nature.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Fivoflu 500 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Fivoflu 500 Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, the use of Fivoflu 500 Injection in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Fivoflu 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fivoflu 500 Injection

Taking Fivoflu 500 Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Fivoflu 500 Injection

Information about the interaction of Fivoflu 500 Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

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

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