Generic name: fluorouracil topical [ FLOOR-oh-URE-a-sil-TOP-i-kal ]
Brand names: Carac, Efudex, Fluoroplex, Tolak, Efudex Occlusion Pack
Dosage forms: topical cream (0.5%; 1%; 4%; 5%); topical solution (2%; 5%)
Drug class:Topical antineoplastics
What is fluorouracil topical?
Fluorouracil topical (for the skin) is used to treat scaly overgrowths of skin (actinic or solar keratosis).
Fluorouracil topical is also used to treat superficial basal cell carcinoma.
Fluorouracil topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Do not use if you are pregnant. Use effective birth control, and tell your doctor if you become pregnant during treatment.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use fluorouracil topical if you are allergic to fluorouracil, or if you have:
a metabolic disorder called DPD (dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase) deficiency.
Do not use fluorouracil topical if you are pregnant. It could harm the unborn baby or cause birth defects. Use effective birth control to prevent pregnancy while you are using this medicine.
You should not breastfeed while using fluorouracil topical.
Fluorouracil topical is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
How should I use fluorouracil topical?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
