Fluoroplex

Breast Cancer, Carcinoma, Basal Cell, Rectal Cancer + 6 more

Treatment

1 FDA approval

20 Active Studies for Fluoroplex

What is Fluoroplex

Fluorouracil

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Fluorouracil is a medication used to treat cancer. It works by blocking the production of the molecules needed to make DNA, which stops cancer cells from dividing and growing.

Efudex

is the brand name

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Fluoroplex 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 Fluoroplex Affects Patients

Fluorouracil is a drug used to fight cancer. It does this by blocking certain enzymes from forming the building blocks of DNA, which prevents cells from dividing. Fluorouracil also stops an enzyme from changing one type of DNA building block into its deoxy form, and prevents the incorporation of another type of DNA building block into the DNA strand.

How Fluoroplex works in the body

Fluorouracil targets an enzyme called thymidylate synthase. It binds to this enzyme and the folate cofactor, preventing the formation of thymidylate. This stops the DNA and RNA synthesis needed for cell growth, leading to cell death. Fluorouracil can also be incorporated into RNA in place of uridine triphosphate, disrupting the RNA processing and protein synthesis needed for cell growth.

When to interrupt dosage

The recommended dose of Fluoroplex is contingent upon the determined condition, for example Actinic Keratosis, Verruca (Warts) and non-immunocompromised. The extent of dosage depends on the delivery process (e.g. Solution - Topical or Injection, solution) as specified 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, Liquid - Intravenous, 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, Liquid - Intravenous, 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, Liquid - Intravenous, 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, Liquid - Intravenous, 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, Liquid - Intravenous, 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, Liquid - Intravenous, 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, Liquid - Intravenous, 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, Liquid - Intravenous, 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, Liquid - Intravenous, Kit, Injection, Injection - Intravenous

Warnings

Fluoroplex has one contraindication and should not be utilized while encountering any of the conditions stated in the following table.

Fluoroplex Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Fluoroplex.

Common Fluoroplex 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.

Fluoroplex Toxicity & Overdose Risk

The lowest dose of drug needed to cause toxicity in mice is 230mg/kg when taken orally.

Fluoroplex Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Fluoroplex?

1138 active trials are being conducted to assess the capacity of Fluoroplex to ameliorate Stomach Cancer, Colon Cancer and Rectal Cancer.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Pancreatic Cancer

166 Actively Recruiting

Phase 2, Phase 3, Not Applicable, Phase 1, Early Phase 1, Phase 4

Stomach Cancer

170 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

50 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

Fluoroplex Reviews: What are patients saying about Fluoroplex?

5

Patient Review

1/14/2011

Fluoroplex for Roughened Red Patches of Skin due to Sun Exposure

I've used Fluoroplex on both pre-cancerous and cancerous areas of my skin with great success. The lesions have all healed without any issues.

5

Patient Review

12/6/2014

Fluoroplex for Roughened Red Patches of Skin due to Sun Exposure

I don't understand why more dermatologists don't prescribe this. It's always been something I've had to ask for, but I really love it!

4

Patient Review

2/8/2013

Fluoroplex for Roughened Red Patches of Skin due to Sun Exposure

The area I applied this to became red and irritated pretty quickly, but it did seem to be working by the time I had to stop using it due to other side effects. Compared to other treatments I've tried, this one was much more effective with fewer negative consequences.

4

Patient Review

2/1/2014

Fluoroplex for Superficial Basal Cell Carcinoma of the Skin

I was amazed at how well this worked, even though it was painful.

3

Patient Review

3/16/2010

Fluoroplex for Osteoporosis

This treatment really helped me. I'm grateful for modern medicine.

2.3

Patient Review

2/17/2017

Fluoroplex for Roughened Red Patches of Skin due to Sun Exposure

I tried this on a few pimples and it didn't seem to do anything. However, my skin did feel softer after using it and one dry spot went away.

1

Patient Review

1/30/2013

Fluoroplex for Roughened Red Patches of Skin due to Sun Exposure

Your discount card is totally useless! I was rejected for use of the card due to having Medicare part d coverage along with supplemental coverage which was also rejected for use. Being over 65 and on Medicare apparently doesn't help us when we need this tube, which cost me $415 out of pocket.

Patient Q&A Section about fluoroplex

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What is Fluoroplex cream used for?

"This medication is used on the skin to treat pre-cancerous and cancerous skin growths. Fluorouracil works by inhibiting cell growth, specifically abnormal cells that cause the skin condition."

Answered by AI

How long does it take for Fluoroplex to work?

"It usually takes 2-6 weeks for FLUOROPLEX® Cream to start working. For areas of the body other than the head and neck, it may take a longer time to start seeing results."

Answered by AI

What is fluorouracil used to treat?

"Fluorouracil topical cream is a medication used to treat actinic or solar keratoses and a type of skin cancer called superficial basal cell carcinoma. Fluorouracil topical cream is only available with a doctor's prescription and is available in cream form."

Answered by AI

Is there a generic for Fluoroplex?

"A cheaper alternative to Fluoroplex is Fluorouracil (Topical). It has the same active ingredients, but is much less expensive, costing only $1,092.96 per 1, 30GM of 1% Cream."

Answered by AI

Clinical Trials for Fluoroplex

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Axelopran for Cancer

18+
All Sexes
Saint Louis Park, MN

The primary objective of this single arm, open label, phase II trial is to determine if axelopran use impacts cancer control in patients with advanced cancers of the lung, breast, pancreas, and prostate. The primary study period for assessing the primary aim is through day 43 (6 weeks). The main questions it aims to answer are: * Does axelopran show a signal for efficacy in slowing tumor progression? * Is axelopran safe and tolerable for long-term use in this patient population? * Does axelopran show a signal for efficacy in improving bowel function and quality of life? * Does axelopran show a signal for efficacy in reducing systemic inflammation, cachexia, and prognostic serum biomarkers of inflammation? Patients will take axelopran as monotherapy after relapse or progression on or after standard systemic therapy. Clinician and patient must be willing to attempt a delay in next line of systemic cancer therapy (if available) until day 43 to assess change in cancer status on repeat imaging. Clinician can move to the next line of therapy whenever deemed clinically necessary. Participants will: * take oral axelopran capsules daily for up to 1 year, or longer if deriving benefit * attend 10 in-person study visits, each lasting approximately 1-2 hours * complete study procedures including but not limited to imaging exams, blood draws, electronic health surveys, and physical assessments

Phase 2
Waitlist Available

HealthPartners Frauenshuh Cancer Research Center (+1 Sites)

Dylan Zylla, MD, MS

Glycyx MOR Inc.

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DZ-002 for Pancreatic Cancer

18+
All Sexes
Newport Beach, CA

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if drug DZ-002 works to treat adults with metastatic pancreatic adenocarcinoma. It will also learn about the safety of drug DZ-002. The main questions it aims to answer are: * To determine the appropriate dose of DZ-002; and * To assess the safety and efficacy of DZ-002. Participants will receive one of three different doses of the study drug through an IV over a 4-hour period on Days 1, 8, 15, and 22 of a 4-week period, or cycle. During the study, participants will have regular visits to the study clinic and multiple tests for safety and research purposes, including blood tests, along with other tests and scans. Participants will receive the study drug weekly in 4-week (28-day cycles) until there are side effects that cannot be tolerated, there is disease-worsening, or the researchers decide to stop. A post-treatment visit and a 30-day post-treatment follow up visit will be conducted after the last dose of study drug. Risks of DZ-002 include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, chills, low levels of red blood cells, low levels of platelets, fatigue, skin rash, low blood pressure, and feeling unwell.

Phase 2
Waitlist Available

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

Carlos Becerra, MD

Da Zen Theranostics Inc

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JMT108 for Cancer

18+
All Sexes
Dallas, TX

The goal of this clinical trial is to test JMT108, a type of drug called a bispecific antibody in adult patients with locally advanced or metastatic solid tumors. The main questions it aims to answer are: * To assess the safety and tolerability of JMT108 at increasing doses and determine the dose and schedule to be used in the second part of the study (Phase 1a) * To assess effectiveness of JMT108 in participants with locally advanced or metastatic tumors (Phase 1b) * To evaluate how quickly JMT108 is metabolized by the body (pharmacokinetics or PK) * To evaluate if antibodies to the study drug develop (immunogenicity) * To evaluate preliminary efficacy to the drug * To explore the pharmacodynamic (PD) characteristics of JMT108 * To explore the correlation between biomarker levels and preliminary efficacy Participants will: * Provide written informed consent * Undergo screening tests to ensure they are eligible for study treatment * Attend all required study visits and receive JMT108 by intravenous injection every 2 weeks until the study doctor determines study treatment should be stopped, based on how well a participant is doing on treatment * Be followed for progression every 3 months for up to 2 years

Phase 1
Recruiting

NEXT Dallas (+2 Sites)

Conjupro Biotherapeutics, Inc.

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Brachytherapy for Rectal Cancer

18 - 100
All Sexes
Aurora, CO

Rectal cancer patients who do not achieve a complete response to standard of care chemotherapy and radiation often require surgical resection as part of curative intent therapy. This study will evaluate whether additional "focal" radiation delivered internally (rectal brachytherapy) can provide complete responses and thus spare the requirement for surgery. The main questions are whether: 1) rectal brachytherapy is safe in this clinical treatment paradigm and if 2) rectal brachytherapy improves organ preservation (no need for surgery). The trial involves an additional MRI pelvis and sigmoidoscopy with marker placement to define high-risk residual disease for radiation planning. Subsequently, 3 outpatient brachytherapy treatments are given on a weekly basis. If a patient achieves a complete response to brachytherapy, standard of care non-operative surveillance visits are conducted with study visits aligned during the first two years following brachytherapy.

Phase 2
Waitlist Available

University of Colorado Cancer Center (+2 Sites)

David Binder

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Supplemental Imaging for Breast Cancer

25 - 55
Female
St Louis, MO

Recent research has shown that, among women with extremely dense breasts and normal results on mammogram, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) use has significantly reduced the occurrence of breast cancer that is diagnosed during the time between two regular screening mammograms (also known as interval cancers). The investigators have developed and validated an approach to use the whole mammogram image, develop a mammogram risk score (MRS), and calibrate this to the SEER breast cancer incidence rates for US women. This model (Prognosia Breast) generates an absolute 5-year risk of breast cancer and classifies approximately 5.7% of the population as high risk using the ASCO 3% cut point as used for endocrine therapy to reduce risk. Follow-up generates an incidence of 25.2 cases per 1,000 women per year.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Washington University School of Medicine

Tabassum Ahmad, M.D.

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