5 Flucel 500 Injection 10ml

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Fluorouracil (500mg) (Click to see all medicines with same salt)
🏭 Celon Laboratories Ltd 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: May 25, 2026
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📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Fluorouracil (500mg)
Manufacturer / BrandCelon Laboratories Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassUnclassified
Action ClassInformation pending
Prescription Required✓ Yes (Schedule H Drug)
StorageRoom temperature (15-30°C), away from moisture

💊 What is 5 Flucel 500 Injection 10ml used for? (Indications)

5 Flucel 500 Injection 10ml is used in the treatment of cancers of stomach, colon, rectum, breast, and lungs. It may be used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor. It is sometimes used with certain other medicines as part of combination chemotherapy.5 Flucel 500 Injection 10ml is given as injection under the supervision of doctor.  Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.The most common side effects of this medicine include increased risk of infection, mouth ulcer, vomiting, weakness, and nausea. This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells (decrease red blood and white blood cells) in your blood, thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with heart, liver, and blood uric acid levels.Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.

💡 How to Take 5 Flucel 500 Injection 10ml (Dosage Instructions)

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

  • ✅ Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor
  • ✅ Do not exceed the recommended dose
  • ✅ Complete the full course of medication
  • ✅ Store at room temperature away from moisture

⚠️ Side Effects of 5 Flucel 500 Injection 10ml

Common and serious side effects may include:

  • Increased risk of infection
  • Mouth ulcer
  • Vomiting
  • Weakness
  • Nausea
  • Loss of appetite
  • Hair loss
  • Blisters on fingers/feet
  • Decreased blood cells (red cells
  • white cells
  • and platelets)
  • Diarrhea

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

📖 Patient Counseling & Warnings

  • 🔹 Do not stop suddenly without consulting your doctor
  • 🔹 Inform your doctor about all other medications you're taking
  • 🔹 Avoid alcohol while taking this medication
  • 🔹 If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember
  • 🔹 Seek immediate medical help if you experience severe allergic reactions
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