Fluorouracil - flure-oh-YOOR-a-sill belongs to the group of medication known as antimetabolites. When applied to the skin, it is using to treat certain skin problems, including cancer or conditions that could become cancerous if not treated.
Fluorouracil interferes with the growth of abnormal cells, which are eventually destroyed.
Fluorouracil is available only with your family doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms:
Some commonly using brand names are:
In the USA
In Canada
Another commonly using name is 5-FU .