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Fluorouracil Cream: Precautions and warnings


Fluorouracil cream specifically is an anti-cancer (antineoplastic or cytotoxic) medication prescribed for the treatment of Basal cell cancer of the skin and Actinic keratoses (a precancerous skin condition).


A thin coating of fluorouracil cream is applied to the affected skin lesions, treatment may continue over several weeks.

A non-metal applicator or fingertips should be used in order to apply this cream. Care should be imposed when applying this cream around the mouth, eyes, or nose.


The quantity of the fluorouracil (cream) mainly depends on the sort of cancer or condition being treated. Your healthcare professional team will help you in order to determine dose as well as schedule.


Precautions:

  • You must purchase fluorouracil cream from a Licensed pharmacy/wholesaler.

  • If you want to buy this cream, always prefer wholesalers/pharmacies that require a valid prescription.

  • In case any doubt arises about the quality of cream, owing to its ineffectiveness, do cross-check with your healthcare provider.

  • Alert your healthcare provider if you have any doubt on counterfeiting (packaging defect, side effect).

  • You must go with an online wholesaler/pharmacy that has a registered & qualified pharmacist for your queries.

  • Never accept fluorouracil cream if the packaging seems damaged.

  • It is important to verify the Expiry Date of the cream purchased, as any medicine purchased beyond the Expiry Date could prove harmful.


Warnings:

  • Most patients with fluorouracil 5 cream get skin reactions where the medication is used. These reactions may include dryness, redness, pain, burning, erosion and swelling.

  • Irritation at the application site may persist for 2 or more weeks following therapy is discontinued.

  • Immediately following application of cream, the hands should be thoroughly washed.

  • Avoid covering the treated skin with a dressing or plastic bandage.

  • You must buy your fluorouracil cream online from a reputable pharmacy/wholesaler.

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