Fluorouracil
Strength: 50 mg/mL
Dosage Form: Injection solution
Description:
Fluorouracil (5-FU) is a chemotherapy drug used primarily to treat cancers of the colon, breast, stomach, and pancreas. It works by inhibiting DNA synthesis, preventing cancer cell growth and replication.
Key Features:
- Effective against solid tumors
- Can be used alone or in combination therapy
- Administered via IV infusion
Precautions:
Use with caution in patients with liver or kidney impairment. May cause myelosuppression and gastrointestinal toxicity.