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How to use
Use exactly as prescribed by your health care professional.
Contact your paediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children.
Wash your hands thoroughly before and after every application.
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Side Effects
If you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which seem severe/persistent contact your doctor immediately.
eye irritation (burning/itching/sensitivity/stinging/watering)
increased sensitivity of the skin to sun/ultraviolet light
pain/burning of the affected area
severe redness and/or swelling of normal skin
dark colored skin
scaling /swelling of the affected area
skin rash/itching of the affected area
tenderness
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Drug Interaction
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to the formulation of this medication or any other medication in any other form.
Inform your doctor about any other medication you may be taking in any other form.
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Over Dose
In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.
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Notes
Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had; recent/current radiation therapy; recent/current chemotherapy
inflammation at the treatment site;
open sores at the treatment site.
If you conceive whilst on a course with this medication inform your doctor immediately.
If you need to undergo any kind of surgery, inform your doctor you are taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breast feeding or planning to conceive.
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Missed Dose
Do not double applications to make up for a missed application.
Consult your health care professional about your missed application.
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Uses
Fluorouracil (Carac cream) is a topical chemotherapy agent, used to treat skin conditions including skin cancer and conditions that could turn into skin cancer.
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Other Uses
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
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Storage
Store at room temperature between 59-77 degrees F / 15-25 degrees C, away from heat and moisture.
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Precaution
Do not use skin products whilst on a treatment with this medication without consulting your health care professional.