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EspañolLeucovorin Calcium overview
Generic Names:
Leucovorin Calcium
Uses:
Prevents and treats side effects caused by certain kinds of medicines such as methotrexate (an anti-cancer medicine) or pyrimethamine (used to treat infections).
Therapeutic Classes:
Methotrexate Rescue, Nutritive Agent
Forms:
Tablet
How it’s taken:
By mouth
What form(s) does Leucovorin Calcium come in
Tablet
What are common Leucovorin Calcium doses?
Tablet 5MG
Tablet 10MG
Tablet 15MG
Tablet 25MG
Solution Reconstituted 100MG
Solution Reconstituted 200MG
Solution Reconstituted 500MG
Common Leucovorin Calcium prescriptions
Leucovorin Calcium
100mg solution reconstitutedLeucovorin Calcium
200mg solution reconstitutedLeucovorin Calcium
350mg solution reconstitutedLeucovorin Calcium
500mg solution reconstitutedLeucovorin Calcium
50mg solution reconstitutedLeucovorin Calcium
10mg tabletLeucovorin Calcium
15mg tabletLeucovorin Calcium
25mg tabletLeucovorin Calcium
5mg tabletLeucovorin Calcium
10ml of 100mg/10ml vialLeucovorin Calcium
50ml of 500mg/50ml vial
How to take Leucovorin Calcium
If you vomit right after you take this medicine, tell your doctor.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to take and how often. Make sure you understand your doctor's orders.
If you vomit right after you take this medicine, tell your doctor.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to take and how often. Make sure you understand your doctor's orders.
What to do if you miss a dose of Leucovorin Calcium
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
This medicine needs to be given on a regular schedule. If you miss a dose, call your doctor for instructions.
Leucovorin Calcium contraindications
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to leucovorin.
Leucovorin Calcium warnings
Swelling in the lips, face, or tongue
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
Before taking this medicine, make sure your doctor knows if you have anemia.
Leucovorin Calcium interactions
Before taking this medicine, make sure your doctor knows if you have anemia.
Make sure your doctor knows if you are also taking fluorouracil, phenobarbital, phenytoin (Dilantin®), or primidone (Mysoline®).
Leucovorin Calcium side effects
Serious Side Effects
Swelling in the lips, face, or tongue
Wheezing or trouble breathing
Skin rash, itching, or hives