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Recovorin (7.5 mg) (Leucovorin) Drug Price and Information

Leucovorin (Recovorin (7.5 mg)) is a folic acid analog, prescribed for reducing the toxic effects of methotrexate. It works by replacing folic acid in the body.

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Recovorin (7.5 mg) - Zydus Takeda Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Recovorin (7.5 mg) Injection Generic : Leucovorin	₹ 94.36 7.5mg/1ml 2ml

Price Updated on August 8, 2019

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Drug information on Recovorin (7.5 mg) (Leucovorin) from Zydus Takeda Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Information Checked by Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy, Diploma in Pharmacy, MBA (Healthcare)
Further Checked by The Medindia Medical Review Team

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Medical condition(s) for which Recovorin (7.5 mg) may be prescribed

⇨ Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia

⇨ Acute Myeloid Leukemia

⇨ Chemotherapy

⇨ Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia

⇨ Chronic Myeloid Leukemia

⇨ Colorectal Cancer

⇨ Drug Toxicity

⇨ Hodgkins Lymphoma

⇨ Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma

Dosage & When it is to be taken (Indications)

IM/IV/PO- The recommended dose is 15 mg (10 mg/m²) every 6 hours.

Side effects of Recovorin (7.5 mg)

Diarrhea, severe allergic reactions like rash, hives, itching, and difficulty in breathing or swallowing.

How to use Recovorin (7.5 mg)?

It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein or muscle. It also comes as a tablet to take by mouth.

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When Should Recovorin (7.5 mg) not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with anemia (B12 deficiency) and hypersensitivity.

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Warnings and Precautions for Recovorin (7.5 mg)

Caution needed for patients with history of blood problems, pleural effusion, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Other Precautions for Recovorin (7.5 mg)

Avoid excess dosage.

Storage Conditions for Recovorin (7.5 mg)

Store in refrigerated conditions (2 to 8°C), protect from light and heat.

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