Fluorouracil is available as a generic and also goes by the brand names Tolak, Carac, and Fluoroplex. This article explains Efudex's uses, side effects, and contraindications. Efudex is a topical ...

A database search of PubMed and Embase was performed from 1965 to April 2012 using the terms 'actinic keratoses', 'solar keratoses', 'topical ... serious effects [25] 5.FU: 5-fluorouracil; AK ...

No treatment-related serious effects [25] 5.FU ... Different studies have highlighted the importance of topical 5-fluorouracil in treatment of the lesions. 5-fluorouracil is a thymine analog.