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MANUFACTURER
Zydus oncosciences
SALT COMPOSITION
Calcium Leucovorin Calcium (50mg)
USES OF BIOVORIN INJECTION
Biovorin 50 mg Injection is used to prevent harmful effects of methotrexate . It is also used to treat overdose of methotrexate.
BIOVORIN INJECTION SIDE EFFECTS
Common
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
HOW TO USE BIOVORIN INJECTION
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
HOW BIOVORIN INJECTION WORKS
Biovorin 50 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.
BIOVORIN INJECTION RELATED WARNINGS
Alcohol Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS Biovorin 50 mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation No information is available on the use of Biovorin 50 mg Injection during lactation. Please consult your doctor.
Driving SAFE Biovorin 50 mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney There is limited information available on the use of Biovorin 50 mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver There is limited information available on the use of Biovorin 50 mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
WHAT IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF BIOVORIN INJECTION?
If you miss a dose of Biovorin 50 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.