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Flonida 1% Cream 10gm

by Menarini India Pvt Ltd
Fluorouracil (1% w/w)

₹120₹108

10% off
Flonida 1% Cream 10gm

Introduction to Flonida 1% Cream 10gm

Flonida 1% Cream is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application of the ointment. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. If your condition goes on for longer than 3-6 weeks or gets worse at any time, let your doctor know.

Some common side effects include skin irritation, redness or itching at the site of application. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Avoid direct contact of the medicine with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water and seek immediate medical attention.

It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way this medicine works, but talk to your doctor before using it if you have recently used another cream for the treatment. This medicine is not advised to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Ask your doctor if it is safe. It makes your skin more sensitive to sunlight, wear protective clothing or use an effective sunscreen.

Safety Advice for Flonida 1% Cream 10gm

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  • Safe
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Flonida 1% Cream is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctors advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

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Flonida 1% Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.<BR>The babys skin should not come into direct contact with the treated area of skin. Water-miscible cream/gel is preferred as ointments may expose the baby to harmful effects of Flonida 1% Cream via licking.

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How Flonida 1% Cream 10gm works

Flonida 1% Cream is an anticancer medication. It works by interfering with the growth of genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. This slows the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them.

How To Use Flonida 1% Cream 10gm

  • This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

Benefits Of Flonida 1% Cream 10gm

  • Actinic keratosis is an abnormal rough and scaly growth of skin, due to long-term exposure to the sun. These lesions can lead to skin cancer and need medical attention. Flonida 1% Cream kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. This helps to prevent skin cancer and also improves the skin texture.Use it as prescribed by the doctor and follow all the instructions carefully.

Side Effects Of Flonida 1% Cream 10gm

  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

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FAQ's on Flonida 1% Cream 10gm

Is fluorouracil the same as efudex?

Efudex is a brand name (trade name) for fluorouracil

Does fluorouracil cause scarring?

No, fluorouracil is not known to cause scarring

Is fluorouracil cream chemotherapy?

Fluorouracil is used as chemotherapy for the treatment of cancers

Is fluorouracil a vesicant?

No, fluorouracil is not a vesicant (irritant)

Is fluorouracil cream for warts?

Yes, fluorouracil is used for the treatment of warts

Why does fluorouracil cause fatigue?

As with any chemotherapy for cancer, fluorouracil causes fatigue which is attributed to be of multi-factor origin, but inflammation and anemia are thought to be the most important factors.

Is fluorouracil a steroid?

No, flurouracil is not a steroid

Is fluorouracil safe?

Fluorouracil is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Does fluorouracil cause hair loss?

Yes, fluorouracil may cause temporary hair loss

Does fluorouracil affect normal skin?

Fluorouracil has minimal effect on the surrounding healthy skin

Does fluorouracil cause headaches?

Though headache is not a common side effect of fluorouracil, it may occur uncommonly is some

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Yogesh Patil

M Pharma (Pharmaceutics)

Content Updated on

Friday, 19 April, 2024

Prescription Required

Flonida 1% Cream 10gm

by Menarini India Pvt Ltd
Fluorouracil (1% w/w)

₹120₹108

10% off
Flonida 1% Cream 10gm

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