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Doxifluridine

Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Doxifluridine

Doxifluridine is used to treat conditions related to cancer, such as cancer of the stomach, and for treatment during chemotherapy. It works by suppressing the growth of cancerous cells. It is administered orally and is available in the form of tablets.

The following side effects are possible, but may not occur in all the cases. Some adverse effects, though rare, may turn out to be serious. Consult your medical practitioner if these side effects appear, and especially if they seem to be persistent. The possible adverse effects are: impaired judgment, heart failure, loss of appetite, loss of weight, upward movement of eyes and difficulties in remembering things.

Make sure that you inform your doctor about your health conditions, any medication that you may be taking, and any allergies you may have. Do not take Doxifluridine if you have, or have had chickenpox, if there is a significant fall in the number of white blood cells, red blood cells, or platelets, if you have a history of heart or liver disease, if you have an infection, if you have had ulcers in your stomach or intestines, allergy, in cases of DPD deficiency and if you are a pregnant or a breastfeeding woman.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Doxifluridine

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Doxifluridine ?

    • Nausea

    • Vomiting

    • Weakness

    • Loss Of Appetite

    • Increased Risk Of Infection

    • Reduced Blood Platelets

    • Decreased White Blood Cell Count

    • Hair Loss

    • Bronchospasm

    • Diarrhoea

    • Stomatitis (Inflammation Of The Mouth)

    • Esophagitis

    • Inflammation Of The Rectum

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Doxifluridine

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

    Medicines containing Doxifluridine

    Below is the list of medicines, which contains Doxifluridine as ingredient

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication is used as a cytostatic agent for chemotherapy. The drug inhibits the DNA synthesis and may also act by being an agonist to the T-CELLS and also activates the helper cells.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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      Reviewed ByDr. Garima SharmaMBBS, Master in Healthcare Administration, Diploma in Occupational HealthGeneral Physician
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