Results for tag: "Fluorouracil"

Fluorouracil (5-FU) is a chemotherapy drug used in the treatment of cancer. It is a pyrimidine analog, which interferes with the synthesis of DNA and RNA, leading to cell death. It is used to treat a variety of cancers, including breast, colorectal, gastric, pancreatic, and head and neck cancers. It is also used in combination with other drugs to treat advanced or metastatic cancers. Fluorouracil is administered intravenously or topically, depending on the type of cancer being treated. Fluorouracil is a widely used drug in the oncology market, and is often used in combination with other drugs to treat advanced or metastatic cancers. It is a generic drug, and is available in both branded and generic formulations. The branded formulations are typically more expensive than the generic versions. Companies in the Fluorouracil market include Pfizer, Merck, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Teva Pharmaceuticals, Mylan, and Sandoz. Show Less Read more