Fluorouracil injection and Iron dextran Injection

• Generic Name: fluorouracil
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Adrucil

Fluorouracil is a cancer medication that interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body.

Fluorouracil is used to treat cancer of the colon, rectum, breast, stomach, or pancreas.

Fluorouracil may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: iron dextran
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: DexFerrum, Infed

Iron dextran is an iron replacement product that is used to treat iron deficiency, such as anemia (not enough iron in the blood) or blood loss in patients with certain conditions (eg, hemophilia, gastrointestinal bleeding).

Iron is a mineral that the body needs to produce red blood cells. When the body does not get enough iron, it cannot produce the number of normal red blood cells needed to keep you in good health. This condition is called iron deficiency (iron shortage) or iron deficiency anemia.

Iron dextran is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of your doctor.