Flonida 5% Cream
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Product introduction
Flonida 5% Cream is used in the treatment of certain skin problems, including cancer or conditions that could become cancerous if not treated. It may be used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor.
Flonida 5% Cream is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application of the ointment. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. If your condition goes on for longer than 3-6 weeks or gets worse at any time, let your doctor know.
Some common side effects include skin irritation, redness or itching at the site of application. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Avoid direct contact of the medicine with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water and seek immediate medical attention.
It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way this medicine works, but talk to your doctor before using it if you have recently used another cream for the treatment. This medicine is not advised to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Ask your doctor if it is safe. It makes your skin more sensitive to sunlight, wear protective clothing or use an effective sunscreen.
Flonida 5% Cream is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application of the ointment. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. If your condition goes on for longer than 3-6 weeks or gets worse at any time, let your doctor know.
Some common side effects include skin irritation, redness or itching at the site of application. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Avoid direct contact of the medicine with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water and seek immediate medical attention.
It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way this medicine works, but talk to your doctor before using it if you have recently used another cream for the treatment. This medicine is not advised to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Ask your doctor if it is safe. It makes your skin more sensitive to sunlight, wear protective clothing or use an effective sunscreen.
Uses of Flonida Cream
Benefits of Flonida Cream
In Actinic keratosis
Actinic keratosis is an abnormal rough and scaly growth of skin, due to long-term exposure to the sun. These lesions can lead to skin cancer and need medical attention. Flonida 5% Cream kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. This helps to prevent skin cancer and also improves the skin texture.Use it as prescribed by the doctor and follow all the instructions carefully.
Side effects of Flonida Cream
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Flonida
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Hair loss
- Diarrhea
- Bronchospasm
- Infection
- Myelosuppression
- Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood)
- General discomfort
- Itching
- Skin exfoliation
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Febrile neutropenia
- Angina (heart related chest pain)
- ECG changes
- Decreased immunity
How to use Flonida Cream
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How Flonida Cream works
Flonida 5% Cream is an anticancer medication. It works by interfering with the growth of genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. This slows the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Flonida 5% Cream is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Flonida 5% Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
The baby's skin should not come into direct contact with the treated area of skin. Water-miscible cream/gel is preferred as ointments may expose the baby to harmful effects of Flonida 5% Cream via licking.
The baby's skin should not come into direct contact with the treated area of skin. Water-miscible cream/gel is preferred as ointments may expose the baby to harmful effects of Flonida 5% Cream via licking.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Flonida 5% Cream helps treat skin growths and some skin cancers.
- Apply it thinly and evenly to the affected area of skin once or twice daily, or as directed by your doctor.
- Avoid getting it in eyes, nose or mouth.
- Do not apply on open cuts or broken skin as this can lead to increase in side effects.
- It may cause redness, dryness, burning, pain, erosion, and swelling that may continue for two or more weeks after treatment is over. Inform your doctor if it does not go away.
- It may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Avoid exposing your skin to strong sunlight, use a sunscreen lotion or make sure your skin is protected with clothing.
- Do not use Flonida 5% Cream if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Pyrimidine Analog
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Antimetabolites
Interaction with drugs
Taking Flonida with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may cause a decrease in the ability of the bone marrow to produce blood cells.
Do not consume Filgrastim from 24 hours before and until 24 hours after taking Fluoro
Methotrexate may increase the effect of Fluorouracil.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Methotrexate may increase the effect of Fluorouracil.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Concurrent use may cause a toxic rise in Fluorouracil levels in the blood.
Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
Methotrexate may increase the effect of Fluorouracil.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Flonida 5% Cream
Once A Day
74%
Twice A Day
17%
Alternate Day
7%
Thrice A week
1%
Twice A Week
1%
Thrice A Day
1%
What are you using Flonida Cream for?
Others
89%
Cancer
7%
Head and neck*
2%
Cervical canc*
2%
*Head and neck cancer, Cervical cancer
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
41%
Average
31%
Poor
27%
What were the side-effects while using Flonida 5% Cream?
No Side Effec*
69%
Irritation
8%
Nausea
8%
Increased ris*
8%
Weakness
8%
*No Side Effect, Increased risk of infection
How do you take Flonida Cream?
With or witho*
86%
With food
14%
*With or without food
Please rate Flonida 5% Cream on price
Expensive
50%
Average
33%
Not Expensive
17%
FAQs
What is Flonida 5% Cream used for?
Flonida 5% Cream is used for treating actinic keratosis, which refers to rough, red, scaly, or crusty spots on the skin that are caused by excessive exposure to sunlight. They are mostly seen on sun-exposed areas, such as the face, nose, ears, chest, forearms, and back of the hands. These spots are usually harmless, but they have the potential to eventually turn into skin cancer at a later stage.
Who should not use Flonida 5% Cream?
Use of Flonida 5% Cream should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Flonida 5% Cream or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy, or if you are using Flonida 5% Cream for the first time, consult your doctor.
How to use Flonida 5% Cream?
Before using Flonida 5% Cream, clean and dry the affected area. Gently and thoroughly massage it into the skin. Be careful not to get the medication in your eyes or mouth. If Flonida 5% Cream gets in your eyes accidentally, wash with plenty of water and call your doctor if your eyes are irritated.
Can I stop using Flonida 5% Cream when I feel better?
No, do not stop using Flonida 5% Cream without consulting your doctor even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before your condition is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.
Is Flonida 5% Cream safe?
Flonida 5% Cream is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Use it exactly as directed by the doctor to get the most benefit. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Can Flonida 5% Cream cause an allergic reaction?
Yes, Flonida 5% Cream can cause an allergic reaction. It is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to fluorouracil, the active ingredient or to any of the other ingredients of Flonida 5% Cream. Get emergency medical help if you have any signs of allergic reaction: hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue or throat.
What precautions do I need to take while using Flonida 5% Cream?
Be careful not to get Flonida 5% Cream into your eyes or mouth. If you happen to get it in your eyes, rinse off with plenty of water immediately and contact your doctor. You must not use Flonida 5% Cream if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Tell your doctor if you notice any allergic reaction while using it for the first time. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines regularly, to prevent any allergic reaction with other medicines. Do not cover the area being treated with Flonida 5% Cream with a bandage, as this may increase absorption of this medicine and increase the side effects. Do not use more than what is recommended to relieve your symptoms faster. Using more than what is advised will only increase the side effects. Let your doctor know if you are planning to conceive. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should use Flonida 5% Cream only if prescribed by the doctor.
What should I do if I forget to use Flonida 5% Cream?
If you forget to use Flonida 5% Cream, do not worry and continue using Flonida 5% Cream as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: December, 2025
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: December, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Flonida 5% Cream. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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