Uses of Calcium Leucovorin Injection
Harmful effects of methotrexate
Calcium Leucovorin Injection side effects
Common
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
How to use Calcium Leucovorin Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Calcium Leucovorin Injection works
Calcium Leucovorin 15 mg Injection is a form of vitamin B. It works by protecting healthy cells from the toxic effects of methotrexate (anticancer medicine) while allowing it to enter and kill the cancer cells.
Calcium Leucovorin Injection related warnings
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Calcium Leucovorin 15 mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Calcium Leucovorin 15 mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Calcium Leucovorin 15 mg Injection during lactation is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Calcium Leucovorin 15 mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Calcium Leucovorin 15 mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Calcium Leucovorin 15 mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you miss a dose of Calcium Leucovorin Injection?
If you miss a dose of Calcium Leucovorin 15 mg Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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