can the Fluorouracil from your forehead wash into you eyes. I belive that is a bad thing. do I put it on just the damage I can see, or all over my face?
Fluorouracil - I have not started the process yet. I was wondering, bath or shower?
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- 18 Mar 2012 by westriver
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- 18 Mar 2012
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- fluorouracil
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Yes , it is important to avoid the eye area. The cream is best used after a bath or shower (it will not matter which you choose). It is important to apply the cream thinly to the entire area being treated - not just the visible lesions.
https://www.drugs.com/mtm/fluorouracil-topical.html

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- Fluorouracil Information for Consumers
- Fluorouracil Information for Healthcare Professionals (includes dosage details)
- Side Effects of Fluorouracil (detailed)
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