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How to know when to stop applying Fluorouracil Cream USP 5%?

I have been applying Fluorouracil Cream for about 3 weeks to my scalp and forehead. It is dry, flaking, and itches. How do i know when to stop applying?

Has anybody used fluorouracil 5% topical cream for only seven days only and get good results?

My Doctor, an MD, who prescribed fluorouracil 5% topical cream to spots on my face and was told to apply it twice a day just to the spots for seven days. A little back ground, I have had some previous skin problems in the past and been treated by freezing (cryo.) for a spot or two, one of which... read more

Fluorouracil - Can I cover whole face with cream as I cannot tell what spots are the pre-cancerous?

I am so hesitant to use the Fluorouracil cream I washed it off immediately after putting it on my face. I was told by the doctor to put it on the precancerous spots which I could not really identify. So because of several spots it then seemed I might as well put it all over but didn't know what the... read more

I need some comments from others who have used fluorouracil on their lips?

Fluorouracil - When does irritation start and can it be covered with makeup during treatment?

I will be starting fluorouracil treatment on my face on 1/1/2016. I work as a receptionist so I am the first person seen at my business. Will I be able to work the first few days? How many days into the treatment does the irritated skin start? Hoping to be able to work at least the first 5 days.

Should I continue to apply fluorouracil cream on the oozing and crusting spots, or should I stop?

or is this the time to stop and let them heal?

Fluorouracil - What do you use on the skin after treatment to make the skin heal?

I use it on my feet for a month 2 times a day for precancerous skin. After the treatment the skin remains blotchy, red, scabby, dry, and my feet feel like they are on fire.