Category:
Prophylactic Biological Products
CAS NO:
NA
Standard:
In-house Standards,
5-Fluorouracil (5-FU) is a pyrimidine analog antimetabolite synthesized via fluorination of uracil. It functions by inhibiting thymidylate synthase to disrupt DNA synthesis. Molecular Formula: C4H3FN2O2; CAS No.: 51-21-8.
Requires strict oncologist supervision due to severe myelosuppression risks. Store in tightly sealed containers below 25°C away from light. Personnel must use PPE including nitrile gloves and eye protection during handling.