Adrucil
Breast Cancer, Carcinoma, Basal Cell, Rectal Cancer + 6 more
Treatment
1 FDA approval
20 Active Studies for Adrucil
Treatment for
Breast Cancer
What is Adrucil
Fluorouracil
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Fluorouracil (5-FU) is an anti-cancer medication that works by blocking the ability of cells to make DNA. It does this by preventing the conversion of a substance called deoxyuridylic acid to thymidylic acid.
Efudex
is the brand name
Adrucil Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Efudex
Fluorouracil
1970
62
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Fluorouracil, also known as Efudex, is approved by the FDA for 1 uses like Actinic keratosis .
Actinic keratosis
Used to treat hyperkeratotic actinic keratosis in combination with Salicylic acid
Effectiveness
How Adrucil Affects Patients
Fluorouracil is an antineoplastic drug that works by blocking the formation of DNA. It does this by stopping the building blocks of DNA (purines and pyrimidines) from being properly incorporated into the DNA strands. Fluorouracil also blocks an enzyme that converts one type of nucleotide (cytosine) into a different type, and prevents another type of nucleotide (thymidine) from being added to the DNA.
How Adrucil works in the body
Fluorouracil works by stopping cancer cells from replicating. It binds to a protein called thymidylate synthase, which prevents the formation of thymidylate from uracil. This blocks DNA and RNA synthesis, which halts cell growth. Fluorouracil can also be incorporated into RNA instead of the usual uridine triphosphate, interfering with RNA processing and protein synthesis.
When to interrupt dosage
The prescribed dosage of Adrucil is contingent upon the diagnosed condition, like Actinic Keratosis, Verruca (Warts) and non-immunocompromised. The volume of drug is contingent on the technique of delivery (e.g. Solution - Topical or Injection, solution) described in the table beneath.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Actinic Keratosis
, 50.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 1.0 %, 0.5 %, 250.0 mg/mL, 0.01 mg/mg, 0.2 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg/mL, 4.0 %, 100.0 mg/mL
, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Cream - Topical, Topical, Cream, Solution - Topical, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Kit, Injection, Injection - Intravenous
Breast Cancer
, 50.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 1.0 %, 0.5 %, 250.0 mg/mL, 0.01 mg/mg, 0.2 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg/mL, 4.0 %, 100.0 mg/mL
, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Cream - Topical, Topical, Cream, Solution - Topical, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Kit, Injection, Injection - Intravenous
Warts
, 50.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 1.0 %, 0.5 %, 250.0 mg/mL, 0.01 mg/mg, 0.2 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg/mL, 4.0 %, 100.0 mg/mL
, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Cream - Topical, Topical, Cream, Solution - Topical, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Kit, Injection, Injection - Intravenous
Actinic keratosis
, 50.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 1.0 %, 0.5 %, 250.0 mg/mL, 0.01 mg/mg, 0.2 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg/mL, 4.0 %, 100.0 mg/mL
, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Cream - Topical, Topical, Cream, Solution - Topical, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Kit, Injection, Injection - Intravenous
Carcinoma, Basal Cell
, 50.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 1.0 %, 0.5 %, 250.0 mg/mL, 0.01 mg/mg, 0.2 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg/mL, 4.0 %, 100.0 mg/mL
, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Cream - Topical, Topical, Cream, Solution - Topical, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Kit, Injection, Injection - Intravenous
Stomach Cancer
, 50.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 1.0 %, 0.5 %, 250.0 mg/mL, 0.01 mg/mg, 0.2 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg/mL, 4.0 %, 100.0 mg/mL
, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Cream - Topical, Topical, Cream, Solution - Topical, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Kit, Injection, Injection - Intravenous
Rectal Cancer
, 50.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 1.0 %, 0.5 %, 250.0 mg/mL, 0.01 mg/mg, 0.2 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg/mL, 4.0 %, 100.0 mg/mL
, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Cream - Topical, Topical, Cream, Solution - Topical, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Kit, Injection, Injection - Intravenous
Colon Cancer
, 50.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 1.0 %, 0.5 %, 250.0 mg/mL, 0.01 mg/mg, 0.2 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg/mL, 4.0 %, 100.0 mg/mL
, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Cream - Topical, Topical, Cream, Solution - Topical, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Kit, Injection, Injection - Intravenous
Pancreatic Cancer
, 50.0 mg/mL, 0.005 mg/mg, 0.05 mg/mg, 0.04 mg/mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 5.0 %, 1.0 %, 0.5 %, 250.0 mg/mL, 0.01 mg/mg, 0.2 mg/mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 5.0 mg/mg, 125.0 mg/mL, 4.0 %, 100.0 mg/mL
, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous, Cream - Topical, Topical, Cream, Solution - Topical, Solution, Solution - Intravenous, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Kit, Injection, Injection - Intravenous
Warnings
Adrucil has a single contraindication and should not be utilized in combination with the conditions shown in the following table.
Adrucil Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Adrucil.
Common Adrucil Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
2-Methoxyethanol
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Fluorouracil is combined with 2-Methoxyethanol.
9-(N-methyl-L-isoleucine)-cyclosporin A
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Fluorouracil is combined with 9-(N-methyl-L-isoleucine)-cyclosporin A.
Abetimus
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Fluorouracil is combined with Abetimus.
Acenocoumarol
Major
The metabolism of Acenocoumarol can be decreased when combined with Fluorouracil.
Acteoside
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Fluorouracil is combined with Acteoside.
Adrucil Toxicity & Overdose Risk
Tests in mice have found that the lowest toxic dose of the drug is 230mg/kg when taken orally.
Adrucil Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Adrucil?
1138 active clinical trials are currently assessing the potential of Adrucil to reduce the symptoms of Stomach Cancer, Colon Cancer and Rectal Cancer.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Pancreatic Cancer
168 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Phase 3, Not Applicable, Phase 1, Early Phase 1, Phase 4
Stomach Cancer
171 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 4, Phase 1, Not Applicable, Early Phase 1
Rectal Cancer
43 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3, Phase 2, Not Applicable, Phase 1
Colon Cancer
53 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 2
Breast Cancer
19 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Phase 1, Not Applicable
Actinic keratosis
0 Actively Recruiting
Carcinoma, Basal Cell
0 Actively Recruiting
Warts
0 Actively Recruiting
Actinic Keratosis
8 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 1, Phase 4
Adrucil Reviews: What are patients saying about Adrucil?
2.3
Patient Review
10/28/2017
Adrucil for Cancer of Large Intestine
Patient Q&A Section about adrucil
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
How is Adrucil given?
"Adrucil is given as an intravenous infusion. A healthcare provider will give you this injection. You may receive your first dose in a hospital or clinic setting to quickly treat any serious side effects."
Answered by AI
What type of drug is Adrucil?
"Adrucil is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of Cancer of the Colon and Rectum, Breast, Gastric, and Pancreatic. Adrucil may be used alone or with other medications. Adrucil belongs to a class of drugs called Antineoplastics and Antimetabolites. It is not known if Adrucil is safe and effective in children."
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Is Adrucil a chemo drug?
"Fluorouracil, sold under the brand name Adrucil among others, is a medication used to treat cancer. Specifically, it is used for the treatment of breast cancer, colorectal cancer, pancreatic cancer, and stomach cancer."
Answered by AI
What is Adrucil used for?
"This medication is used to treat various types of cancer. These cancers include colon cancer, rectal cancer, breast cancer, stomach cancer, and pancreatic cancer. Your doctor may also prescribe this medication to treat other types of cancer."
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