Adrucil is a cancer medication. Adrucil interferes with the growth of cancer cells and slows their growth and spread in the body.
Adrucil is used to treat cancer of the colon, rectum, breast, stomach, or pancreas.
Adrucil treats only the symptoms of cancer but does not treat the cancer itself.
Adrucil may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
Most important: You should not receive this medication if you are allergic to Fluorouracil, or if you have bone marrow depression, a serious infection, or if you are malnourished or are not receiving proper nutrition.
Before you receive Adrucil, tell your doctor if you have cancer that has spread to your bone marrow, liver or kidney disease, if you have ever had radiation treatment of your pelvic area, or if you have ever received other cancer medications in the past.
Do not receive Adrucil without telling your doctor if you are pregnant. It could harm the unborn baby. Use effective birth control, and tell your doctor if you become pregnant during treatment. You should not breast-feed a baby while being treated with Adrucil.
Adrucil can lower blood cells that help your body fight infections. Avoid being near people who have colds, the flu, or other contagious illnesses. Do not receive a live vaccine during your Adrucil treatment. Contact your doctor at once if you develop signs of infection such as fever, chills, sore throat, flu symptoms, easy bruising or bleeding, mouth sores, or unusual weakness.