Fluorouracil (Systemic) and Dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase deficiency
Result of checking the interaction of drug Fluorouracil (Systemic) and disease Dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase deficiency for safety when used together.
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Consumer:Fluorouracil is metabolized to an inactive form by dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase. Inherited deficiency of this enzyme results in decreased clearance of 5-FU and severe toxicity such as stomatitis, diarrhea, neutropenia, and neurotoxicity. Rechallenge with dosage reduction resulted in recurrence and progression of toxicity. Therapy with fluorouracil should not be administered to patients with dihydropyrimidine deficiency.
- "Product Information. Fluorouracil Injection (fluorouracil)." Roche, Nutley, NJ.
Generic Name: fluorouracil
Brand Name: Adrucil
Synonyms: Fluorouracil (injection)