Flurasted Benefits & Uses

Flurasted is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Colorectal Cancer

Other Benefits

Flurasted 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

Flurasted Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Flurasted 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

Flurasted Related Warnings

Is the use of Flurasted safe for pregnant women?

Flurasted should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Flurasted safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Flurasted on the Kidneys?

Flurasted is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Flurasted on the Liver?

Flurasted may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Flurasted on the Heart?

Flurasted is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Flurasted with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Carbamazepine

Flurasted Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flurasted 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 Flurasted

Is this Flurasted habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Flurasted is addictive.

No
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 Flurasted can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Flurasted 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 Flurasted in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Flurasted Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Flurasted

You can take Flurasted with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Flurasted

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Flurasted with alcohol will be.

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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