Floxuridine (Systemic)
Brand Names : FUDR
Side Effects of This MedicineAlong with its needed effects, a medicine may
cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur,
if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Also, because of the way these medicines act on the body, there is a chance
that they might cause other unwanted effects that may not occur until months
or years after the medicine is used. These delayed effects may include certain
types of cancer, such as leukemia. Discuss these possible effects with your
doctor.
Other side
effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects
may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your
health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or
reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional
if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you
have any questions about them:
This medicine sometimes
causes temporary thinning of hair. After treatment with floxuridine has ended,
normal hair growth should return.
Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If
you notice any other effects, check with your health care professional.
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