Carac (fluorouracil cream) Cream, 5% is a topical cream used by adults on the face and front part of the scalp to treat actinic keratosis. Carac provides convenience for effective AK therapy. The standard course of treatment for Carac is up to four weeks as directed by your physician. Carac is the only FDA approved topical treatment for AKs with once-daily dosing.

Carac Side Effects:

Carac should not be used by women who are pregnant, considering becoming pregnant, or nursing. Carac should not be used by people with dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase (DPD) enzyme deficiency. The most common side effects are skin reactions including redness, dryness, burning, pain, erosion (loss of upper layer of skin), swelling and eye irritation.

Apply Carac only to the areas your doctor has recommended. Carac can be applied once a day for up to 4 weeks. Carac is for external use only, and you should avoid contact with your eyes, nostrils, and mouth. Do not taste or swallow it. You should only apply Carac as prescribed by your doctor.

Clean the area to be treated, then wait 10 minutes until skin is completely dry.
Apply Carac Cream to the affected area with you fingertips as directed by your doctor.
Use enough Carac to cover the affected area.
Wash your hands immediately after applying Carac Cream.
Avoid exposure to sunlight or other ultraviolet light (such as tanning booths) during treatment, since it could worsen your skin irritation.
Do not cover the treated skin with a dressing.
A moisturizer/sunscreen may be applied 2 hours after Carac has been applied. Do not use any other skin products including creams, lotions, medications, or cosmetics unless instructed by your doctor.

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