DBL Fluorouracil Injection BP is a sterile, colourless, preservative-free solution containing 5-Fluorouracil in Water for Injections, prepared with the aid of sodium hydroxide. The pH of the solution is approximately 8.9. DBL Fluorouracil Injection BP is a clear, colourless to slightly yellow solution.
Each mL of DBL Fluorouracil Injection BP contains fluorouracil 50 mg.
Physicochemical properties: Fluorouracil is a white to almost white, practically odourless, crystalline powder. It is sparingly soluble in water, slightly soluble in alcohol, and practically insoluble in chloroform and ether.
Molecular formula: C4H3FN2O2.
Molecular weight: 130.1.
CAS number: 51-21-8.
Excipients/Inactive Ingredients: Sodium hydroxide, Water for injections.