Description and Brand Names
Drug information provided by: IBM Micromedex
US Brand Name
- Carac
- Efudex
- Fluoroplex
Descriptions
Fluorouracil belongs to the group of medicines known as antimetabolites. When applied to the skin, it is used to treat certain skin problems, including cancer or conditions that could become cancerous if not treated.
Fluorouracil interferes with the growth of abnormal cells, which are eventually destroyed.
Fluorouracil is available only with your doctor's prescription.
This product is available in the following dosage forms:
Portions of this document last updated: June 01, 2019
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