Leucovorin

Details of the Drug

Generic Name:: Leucovorin
Pronunciation:: loo-koh-VOR-in
Drug Type:: Vitamin
How the Drug is Given:: Intravenously (IV) or by intramuscular (IM) injection
Names:: Folinic acid; Leucovorin; Levoleucovorin; Fusilev®

Indications and Usage

Leucovorin is an FDA-approved drug similar to the vitamin folic acid. It protects healthy cells from the effects of methotrexate while allowing methotrexate to enter and kill cancer cells.

Levoleucovorin (Fusilev®) is a form of leucovorin that is given intravenously (IV).

Side effects needing medical attention

Allergic-like reactions; fatigue; weakness; nausea; vomiting; diarrhea; constipation; loss of appetite.

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