Biovorin 50 Injection

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Pack of

1 Injection

Salt Composition

Calcium Leucovorin

Storage

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Overview

Biovorin 50mg/5ml Injection belongs to the category of folic acid analogs. This medicine is primarily used to reduce harmful side effects of methotrexate. It performs multiple functions like acting as an immunosuppressant, treat anemia, and given to the patients who have accidently taken the overdose of methotrexate. Biovorin Injection is usually given in combination with another anticancer medicine as a part of combination therapy to treat colorectal cancer.

Indication

Chemotherapy

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Description

Biovorin 50mg/5ml Injection is a prescription-based medicine used in the treatment and management of harmful side effects of methotrexate. The active ingredient of the Biovorin is Leucovorin calcium which belongs to the drug class of folic acid analogs. It is administered as an injection by an experienced nurse or medical professional. Biovorin Injection works preventing the side effects & overdose toxicity of methotrexate, treatment of anemia and colorectal cancer. The required dosage and duration of the medicine is decided by the doctor. This depends on the disease being treated and the stage of the disease. The doctor will check medical history, age, health condition, and body's response to the treatment before prescribing this medicine. Taking it in the wrong way or overdosing can cause severe side effects. It may take weeks for patients to notice the benefits of the medicine. So do not stop taking this injection until your doctor says to do so.

Side Effects

Biovorin 50mg/5ml Injection is prescribed to minimize the effect of anticancer medication, but this drug can also leads to some undesired symptoms. Usually, they disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine. These side effects don't need special medical attention. It is advised to consult your doctor if these symptoms become unmanageable.
Some of the common side effects of Biovorin Injection are mentioned below:
Fatigue
Diarrhea
Seizures
Dizziness
Sore mouth
Skin inflammation
Nausea and vomiting
difficulty breathing or swallowing
Pain, swelling, and redness at injection site

How To Use

Biovorin 50mg/5ml Injection is a prescription-based drug. It is advised to take this injection after consulting your healthcare expert. This medicine should be given intravenously by an experienced nurse or doctor. Please do not self-administer.

How It Works

Biovorin 50mg/5ml Injection is prescription based medicine that belongs to the drug class of folic acid antagonists. This injection is a constituent form of Vit B12. It inhibits the activity of dihydrofolate reductase enzyme to prevent the side effects of other anticancer drugs. This injection also protects normal healthy cells from toxicity of the anticancer medicines and increases therapeutic effects to kill the cancer cells in colorectal cancer. Lederle Leucovorin also supply folic acid to bone marrow that supports the formulation of red blood cell and eventually treats anemia.

Safety Advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

consult your doctor

The interaction of alcohol with this drug is still unknown. It is advisable not to consume alcohol while taking Biovorin 50mg/5ml Injection. It is advised to consult your doctor for further information.

Pregnancy

Pregnancy

consult your doctor

Biovorin 50mg/5ml Injection may be considered unsafe during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor in such condition.

Breast Feeding

Breast Feeding

consult your doctor

Biovorin 50mg/5ml Injection is probably not safe if you're breastfeeding. Kindly consult your doctor.

Driving

Driving

unsafe

It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery as you may feel dizzy after taking Biovorin 50mg/5ml Injection.

Kidney

Kidney

safe if prescribed

Share your medical history with your healthcare expert in case of kidney disease before taking Biovorin 50mg/5ml Injection.

Liver

Liver

safe if prescribed

Inform your doctor before starting Biovorin 50mg/5ml Injection if you have liver disease to avoid any serious side effects.

Missed Doses

It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Biovorin 50mg/5ml Injection. In case you miss a dose, consult your doctor immediately.
Don't overdose to compensate for the missed one. Contact your doctor or any healthcare provider and seek medical attention immediately in such cases.

Quick Tips

It is advised to take Biovorin 50mg/5ml Injection 24 hours after an anticancer drug.


Share with your doctor if you're intolerant to some sugar, as Biovorin Injection contains a sugar constituent.


Avoid taking Biovorin 50mg/5ml Injection if you are allergic to Calcium Leucovorin and its constituents.


It is advised to take consultation with your doctor if you are suffering from Vit B12 deficiency or certain type of anemia.


It is advised to use effective birth control methods and avoid pregnancy during the treatment with Biovorin 50mg/5ml Injection.


Share with your healthcare expert if you're taking any anti-seizure medication. They may interact with Biovorin Injection and may lead to severe side effects.


If you experience any kind of symptoms after taking Biovorin, like trouble breathing, skin rash, or swelling in the lips, face, or tongue, it is important to inform your doctor as soon as possible.

FAQs

When is it appropriate to stop taking Biovorin 50mg/5ml Injection?

Your doctor will decide the dosage and duration of taking the Biovorin 50mg/5ml Injection. It may take weeks for patients to notice the benefits of the medicine. So do not stop taking this tablet until your doctor says to do so.

What safety measures are necessary to follow while on treatment with Biovorin 50mg/5ml Injection?

Follow the prescription strictly for doses and duration. If you're taking any prescribed or non-prescribed medication, it is advised to share it with your doctor before taking Biovorin 50mg/5ml Injection. This drug can interact with the capsule and may affect its proper action.

What diseases are treatable with Biovorin Injection?

Biovorin is prescribed by doctor to treat certain medical conditions including, treatment of colorectal cancer, anemia, and also prevention and reduction of side effects & toxicity due to methotrexate.

Does Biovorin have any side effects?

Yes, Biovorin Injection may have some mild to severe side effects that includes, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, skin rashes, and inflammation.

How long it will take to show a positive result of Biovorin Injection?

It can take some time to show positive results. It depends on the patient's diagnosed stage, medical condition, and doses.

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