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Fivoflu 500mg Injection Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

FLUOROURACIL-500MG

Uses:

Breast, colon, rectum, pancreatic and stomach/gastric cancer

Medicinal Benefits:

Fivoflu 500mg Injection belongs to a group of anti-cancer medicines called 'antimetabolites' used to treat breast, colon, rectum, pancreatic and stomach/gastric cancer. Fivoflu 500mg Injection contains 'Fluorouracil' that works by interfering with the growth of genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. This prevents the cancer cells from multiplying and growing and eventually kills them.

FAQs

Fivoflu 500mg Injection 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.

Yes, Fivoflu 500mg Injection affects the hair by making it thin, which further causes hair loss. However, it is not very common. Hair reduction possibly happens due to the estrogen-lowering effect of Fivoflu 500mg Injection. These effects are not long-lasting and may return after some time. If it matters to you, then consult your doctor for further advice.

Yes, Fivoflu 500mg Injection may change the results of blood tests and other laboratory tests. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Fivoflu 500mg Injection.

$nanme might affect fertility (ability to have children) in both men and women. You may not be able to become pregnant or father a child after treatment with Fivoflu 500mg Injection. However, it is essential to talk to your doctor before starting treatment with Fivoflu 500mg Injection if you think you may want to have a baby in the future.