Fluorouracil

Generic Name
Fluorouracil
Brand Names
Actikerall, Carac, Efudex, Fluoroplex, Tolak
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C4H3FN2O2
CAS Number
51-21-8
Unique Ingredient Identifier
U3P01618RT
Background

A pyrimidine analog that is an antineoplastic antimetabolite. It interferes with DNA synthesis by blocking the thymidylate synthetase conversion of deoxyuridylic acid to thymidylic acid.

Indication

For the topical treatment of multiple actinic or solar keratoses. In the 5% strength it is also useful in the treatment of superficial basal cell carcinomas when conventional methods are impractical, such as with multiple lesions or difficult treatment sites. Fluorouracil injection is indicated in the palliative management of some types of cancer, including ...

Associated Conditions
Actinic Keratosis (AK), Breast Cancer, Colon Cancer, Gastric Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Rectal Cancer, Superficial Basal Cell Carcinoma, Verruca (Warts), Hyperkeratotic actinic keratosis
Associated Therapies
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