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Calcium Folinate (Leucovorin Calcium) – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: RESCUVOLIN

Strength: 15 mg | Form: Tablets

Price in UAE: AED 84.60

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Calcium Folinate (Leucovorin Calcium)

Class:| Folic acid analog, chemoprotective agent, antidote. Use:| Used to reduce the toxic effects of methotrexate, treat folate deficiency, and enhance the efficacy of fluorouracil in cancer therapy. Adult dose:| For methotrexate rescue: 15 mg every 6 hours until methotrexate levels are safe. For colorectal cancer: 200 mg/m² by IV infusion followed by fluorouracil. Pediatric dose:| For methotrexate rescue: 10 mg/m² every 6 hours until methotrexate levels are safe. Side effects:| Allergic reacti

Drug Class

| Folic acid analog, chemoprotective agent, antidote.

Uses & Indications

| Used to reduce the toxic effects of methotrexate, treat folate deficiency, and enhance the efficacy of fluorouracil in cancer therapy.

Storage Requirements

Not available

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Pharmachemie, NETHERLANDS

Package Size

10's

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 84.60

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

| For methotrexate rescue: 15 mg every 6 hours until methotrexate levels are safe. For colorectal cancer: 200 mg/m² by IV infusion followed by fluorouracil.

Pediatric Dose

| For methotrexate rescue: 10 mg/m² every 6 hours until methotrexate levels are safe.

Side Effects

| Allergic reactions, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and fatigue.

Contraindications & Precautions

| Pernicious

Important Warnings

Not available

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Calcium Folinate (Leucovorin Calcium) available in UAE pharmacies:

BENDAFOLIN 10 mg/ml Solution For Injection CALCIUM FOLINATE 10 mg/ml Solution For Injection CALCIUM FOLINATE 15 mg Tablets CALCIUM LEUKOVIRIN 15 mg Tablets CALCIUMFOLINAT 15 mg Tablets CALCIUMFOLINAT "EBEWE" 10 mg/ml Solution For Injection CHEMONATE 10 mg/ml Solution For Injection CHEMONATE 10 mg/ml Solution For Injection CHEMONATE 10 mg/ml Solution For Injection CHEMONATE 10 mg/ml Solution For Injection

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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