Efudex Questions

Efudex - lips are swelling?

Posted 13 Jan 2012 • 1 answer •

I am into 26 days of application of the Efudex #51 on my face this morning. The itch, burn the?

swelling,scabbing is getting too much. Could I have a chemo burn parts of my face would suggest it?

Posted 26 Dec 2011 • 0 answers •

How long did it take for the area to be unnoticeable? I need to apply to my entire nose?

Posted 28 Nov 2011 • 1 answer •

How does this differ from efudex?

carac and efudex are both fluorouracil.. how do they differ and is the difference important?

Posted 24 Jun 2011 • 1 answer •

Efudex - I was precribed Effudex for application to the upper chest and hairline..3 weeks 2x daily.?

... It's been a week since the last day of application and have found only crusting on my upper chest . My forehead has a bunch of red/brown spots that are just sitting there and doing nothing. ...

Posted 27 May 2011 • 0 answers •

How long does it take until there is visible irritation to the scalp? I have applied it twice a day?

for six days with no changes.

Posted 27 Dec 2010 • 1 answer •

Efudex - I have been given this for pre-cancer cells vaginal use. But the VA (im a Veteran) didn't?

... put down how much to use. Does anyone know. Thank you I use it 1 week then off 4 weeks then 1 week and so on for 6 months

Posted 8 Oct 2010 • 1 answer •

Prescribed 14 day treatment with efudex on hands and arms?

Can I wash the cream off of my hands after about 2 hours so I can do chores, etc. How long is cream actively working on my skin?

Posted 3 Oct 2010 • 1 answer •

Can I use aloe vera now that I have completed my 4 week medication course?

I have persevered with a four week programme and my face and upper chest are really sore and 'spotty' and 'crusty' in a couple of places. Is there any reason not to use aloe vera ...

Posted 27 Sep 2010 • 1 answer •

Do you use any special type of soap to wash your face before putting on Efudex?

Posted 1 Sep 2010 • 2 answers •

I was prescribed Efudex twice daily?

Does that mean apply in the morning, wash off and apply in the evening using it virtually 24/7? Also, my doc says to use Aquaphor on top but drug instructions say wait 2 hours. A little clarity here

Posted 25 Aug 2010 • 1 answer •

How expesive is Efudex?

I reached my donut hole (Medicare Part D) first of August and not sure this is a medication I can afford

Posted 19 Aug 2010 • 1 answer •

Is it possible for Efudex to cause or irritate premacular fibrosis?

Posted 19 Jul 2010 • 1 answer • 1 star

Do I need to continue avoiding sun exposure after efudex application ceases (healing stage)?

I understand I should avoid sun exposure during the application period (which is 1 week for me). However after day 7 and during the healing stage do I need to maintain the same sun avoidance?

Posted 29 Jun 2010 • 1 answer •

How long will this allergic reaction to Efudex last?Am I enzyme deficient?

I broke out in hives over about 40% of my body after using efudex for about 7 days. The doctor said to quit using it..after 2months I still break out in hives about once a week. Will this go away, ...

Posted 29 Jun 2010 • 1 answer •