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Unifolin Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Colorectal Cancer. Other than this, Unifolin Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Unifolin Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Unifolin Injection as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Unifolin Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Unifolin Injection's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Unifolin Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Unifolin Injection related warnings section.
Unifolin Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions), Seizures, Anemia as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Unifolin Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Unifolin Injection with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Unifolin Injection is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Unifolin Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Unifolin Injection is used -
Moderate
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Unifolin Injection safe for pregnant women?
Unifolin may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Unifolin again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Unifolin Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Unifolin as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Unifolin Injection on the Kidneys?
Unifolin does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Unifolin Injection on the Liver?
Unifolin does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Unifolin Injection on the Heart?
You can take Unifolin without any fear of damage to the heart.
Unifolin Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Unifolin Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Unifolin Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Unifolin Injection.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Unifolin Injection since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Unifolin Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Unifolin Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Unifolin Injection
It is safe to take Unifolin Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Unifolin Injection
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Unifolin Injection with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 759-760
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Levoleucovorin (levoleucovorin)
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