Comparing Efudex vs Imiquimod / Tretinoin Topical
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Prescription only
Prescribed for Actinic Keratosis, Basal Cell Carcinoma, Keratosis, Skin Cancer. Efudex may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
Prescription only
Prescribed for Actinic Keratosis. Imiquimod / tretinoin topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
Related suggestions Actinic Keratosis
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| More about Efudex (fluorouracil) | ||
| Ratings & Reviews | ||
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Efudex has an average rating of 7.4 out of 10 from a total of 128 ratings on Drugs.com. 63% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 14% reported a negative effect. |
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| Side Effects Experienced by Users Side effects are reported in Drugs.com user reviews and not clinically verified. | ||
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| Generic Availability | ||
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| Pricing and Coupons * Prices are without insurance | ||
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| Brand Names | ||
| Other fluorouracil brands include: Carac, Efudex Occlusion Pack, Fluoroplex, Tolak |
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| Half Life Drug half-life is the time required for plasma concentration to reduce to half its original value. | ||
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| CSA Schedule 1 View glossary of CSA terms | ||
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Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
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| Pregnancy Category | ||
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Category X
Not for use in pregnancy
See the full pregnancy warnings document. |
Summary unavailable. |
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| Drug Interactions | ||
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A total of 6 drugs are known to interact with Efudex:
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A total of 12 drugs are known to interact with Imiquimod / tretinoin topical:
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| Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions | ||
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No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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| Disease Interactions | ||
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No known disease interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. |
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| First Approval Date | ||
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July 29, 1970 |
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| WADA Class View classifications | ||
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