Leucovorin

Leucovorin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection, Syrup. Megaloblastic Anemia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Leucovorin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Leucovorin. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Leucovorin include Swelling, Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Leucovorin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Leucovorin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Leucovorin's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Leucovorin related warnings talks about Leucovorin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Leucovorin contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Leucovorin have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Leucovorin, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.