Isovorin (calcium levofolinate): Reviews and patient testimonials


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Medication indications

Isovorin Solution for Injection 10mg/ml

Calcium Levofolinate Rescue

Calcium levofolinate is used to diminish the toxicity and counteract the action of folic acid antagonists such as methotrexate in cytotoxic therapy. This procedure is known as Calcium Levofolinate Rescue.

Advanced Colorectal Cancer - Enhancement of 5-Fluorouracil (5-FU) Cytotoxicity

Calcium levofolinate increases the thymine depleting effects of 5-FU resulting in enhanced cytotoxic activity. Combination regimens of 5-fluorouracil and levofolinate give greater efficacy compared to 5-FU given alone.


Route of administration: Injectable
Molecule: calcium levofolinate

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Colorectal cancer

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