Flonida 5% Cream
Manufacturer:
A. Menarini India Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition: Fluorouracil (5% w/w)
Action Class: Antimetabolites
Uses
Actinic keratosis
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Product Description
Flonida 5% Cream is used in the treatment of certain skin problems, including cancer or conditions that could become cancerous if not treated. It may be used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor. Flonida 5% 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.
Key Benefits
In Actinic keratosisActinic 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 5% 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
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common Side Effects :
Nausea
Vomiting
Hair loss
Diarrhea
Bronchospasm
Infection
Myelosuppression
Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood)
General discomfort
Itching
Skin exfoliation
Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
Febrile neutropenia
Angina (heart related chest pain)
ECG changes
Decreased immunity
Common Side Effects :
Nausea
Vomiting
Hair loss
Diarrhea
Bronchospasm
Infection
Myelosuppression
Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood)
General discomfort
Itching
Skin exfoliation
Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
Febrile neutropenia
Angina (heart related chest pain)
ECG changes
Decreased immunity
How To Use
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.
How It Works
Flonida 5% 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.
Alternate Brands
No alternate brands found for this medicine.
Safety Information & Precautions
Alcohol:
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy:
Flonida 5% Cream is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breastfeeding:
Flonida 5% Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.The baby's 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 5% Cream via licking.
Driving:
No interaction found/established
Kidney:
No interaction found/established
Liver:
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy:
Flonida 5% Cream is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breastfeeding:
Flonida 5% Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.The baby's 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 5% Cream via licking.
Driving:
No interaction found/established
Kidney:
No interaction found/established
Liver:
No interaction found/established
Quick Tips
Flonida 5% Cream helps treat skin growths and some skin cancers.
Apply it thinly and evenly to the affected area of skin once or twice daily, or as directed by your doctor.
Avoid getting it in eyes, nose or mouth.
Do not apply on open cuts or broken skin as this can lead to increase in side effects.
It may cause redness, dryness, burning, pain, erosion, and swelling that may continue for two or more weeks after treatment is over. Inform your doctor if it does not go away.
It may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Avoid exposing your skin to strong sunlight, use a sunscreen lotion or make sure your skin is protected with clothing.
Do not use Flonida 5% Cream if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Apply it thinly and evenly to the affected area of skin once or twice daily, or as directed by your doctor.
Avoid getting it in eyes, nose or mouth.
Do not apply on open cuts or broken skin as this can lead to increase in side effects.
It may cause redness, dryness, burning, pain, erosion, and swelling that may continue for two or more weeks after treatment is over. Inform your doctor if it does not go away.
It may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Avoid exposing your skin to strong sunlight, use a sunscreen lotion or make sure your skin is protected with clothing.
Do not use Flonida 5% Cream if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of Flonida 5% Cream, use it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule.
