Fluorouracil is indicated alone or in combination for the palliative treatment of malignant tumours, particularly of the breast, colon or rectum, and in the treatment of gastric, primary hepatic, pancreatic, uterine (cervical particularly), ovarian and bladder carcinomas. Fluorouracil should only be used when other proven measures have failed or are considered impractical.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous.
This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
Store between 8-25 degrees celsius
Do not Refrigerate
Protect from Light
Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Clear, colourless to slightly yellow solution, free from visible particulates.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Fluorouracil is indicated alone or in combination for the palliative treatment of malignant tumours, particularly of the breast, colon or rectum; and in the treatment of gastric, primary hepatic, pancreatic, uterine (cervical particularly), ovarian and bladder carcinomas. Fluorouracil should only be used when other proven measures have failed or are considered impractical.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous.
This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
Store between 8-25 degrees celsius
Do not Refrigerate
Protect from Light
Shelf lifetime is 18 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Clear, colourless or almost colourless solution
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Fluorouracil is indicated alone or in combination for the palliative treatment of malignant tumours, particularly of the breast, colon or rectum; and in the treatment of gastric, primary hepatic, pancreatic, uterine (cervical particularly), ovarian and bladder carcinomas. Fluorouracil should only be used when other proven measures have failed or are considered impractical.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous.
This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
Store between 8-25 degrees celsius
Do not Refrigerate
Protect from Light
Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Clear colourless or almost colourless solution
Do I need a prescription?
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
1x500mg/10mL vial (Onco-vial) with adapter pack
5x500mg/10mL vial pack
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is
Not Scheduled.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Fluorouracil is indicated alone or in combination for the palliative treatment of malignant tumours, particularly of the breast, colon or rectum; and in the treatment of gastric, primary hepatic, pancreatic, uterine (cervical particularly), ovarian and bladder carcinomas. Fluorouracil should only be used when other proven measures have failed or are considered impractical.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous.
This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
Store between 8-25 degrees celsius
Do not Refrigerate
Protect from Light
Shelf lifetime is 18 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Clear, colourless or almost colourless solution
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Fluorouracil is indicated alone or in combination for the palliative treatment of malignant tumours, particularly of the breast, colon or rectum; and in the treatment of gastric, primary hepatic, pancreatic, uterine (cervical particularly), ovarian and bladder carcinomas. Fluorouracil should only be used when other proven measures have failed or are considered impractical.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous.
This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
Store between 8-25 degrees celsius
Do not Refrigerate
Protect from Light
Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Clear colourless or almost colourless solution
Do I need a prescription?
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
1x500mg/10mL vial (Onco-vial) with adapter pack
5x500mg/10mL vial pack
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is
Not Scheduled.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
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