5 Fu Gls 500mg Injection contains Fluorouracil, an anti-cancer drug. It is a member of the class of drugs called antimetabolites, which prevent cancer cells from growing.

Brand Name: 5 Fu Gls

Composition: Fluorouracil

Mechanism of Action:
The mechanism by which that fluorouracil functions is by blocking the thymidylate synthase enzyme, which is necessary for cells to synthesize DNA. It disrupts the growth and multiplication of rapidly proliferating cancer cells by integrating into their DNA and RNA.

Uses:

• Colorectal cancer
• Breast cancer
• Stomach cancer
• Pancreatic cancer
• Head and neck cancers

Dosage and Administration:

Administered by a medical practitioner by intravenous (IV) infusion. The type of cancer being treated, the patient's health, and other specific circumstances all affect the dosage and frequency.

Side Effects:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Mouth sores
• Loss of appetite
• Neutropenia
• Hair loss
• Chest pain
• Hand-foot syndrome
• Redness
• Swelling
• Pain in the palm

Safety Advise:

Heart  

Patients with pre-existing heart conditions should be monitored closely as fluorouracil can cause cardiotoxicity. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Kidney  

Kidney function tests should be monitored regularly. Dosage adjustments may be necessary in patients with kidney impairment. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Liver  

Liver function tests should be monitored regularly. Dosage adjustments may be necessary in patients with liver impairment. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Pregnancy  

500 mg of 5FU-GLS Pregnant women should avoid treatments as they may harm the fetus. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Breast Feeding  

Whether it is eliminated in human milk is unknown. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Storage:

Store at a temperature between 15°C and 25°C (59°F to 77°F). Do not freeze the solution

How to use this Medication?

In a medical setting, a doctor or nurse will administer fluorouracil injection intravenously (into a vein) as a solution. The length of treatment depends on the types of drugs you are taking, how well your body responds to them, and the type of cancer you have. 

If you have certain adverse effects, your doctor might need to adjust your dosage or postpone your treatment. It's critical that you communicate your feelings to your doctor throughout your fluorouracil injectable treatment.

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