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    • FLUOROURACIL (Generic for CARAC)

    • QTY 40
    • 5 %
    • Cream (g)
    • Near  77381

FLUOROURACIL (flure oh YOOR a sil) treats rough, scaly spots on the skin caused by sun exposure. It may also be used to treat skin cancer. It works by slowing down the growth of irregular skin cells.


FLUOROURACIL (Generic for CARAC) Lifestyle Interactions

  • Diazoxide 50mg/1mL, Oral suspension

    Interaction: Grapefruit juice
    Severity: Major
    Notes for Consumers: Do not drink grapefruit juice or eat grapefruit while taking this medication. Grapefruit may alter the effects of your medication. Serious side effects may occur. Contact your care team right away if you experience new or worsening side effects.
    Notes for Professionals: Advise patients to avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice during diazoxide treatment due to the risk of increased diazoxide exposure and adverse reactions. Diazoxide is a CYP3A substrate and grapefruit juice is a CYP3A inhibitor.

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