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Drug Formulary
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leucovorin

( loo-co-VOR-in )
Other Name(s): Lederle Leucovorin® (multiple brands available)
Appearance: Faint yellow solution   Also available as tablets.

Drug Formulary information is intended for use by healthcare professionals. It is not intended to be medical advice. Some of the information, including information about funding for cancer drugs, does not apply to all patients. Cancer treatment plans are unique to each patient. If you are a patient, please speak with your healthcare team to understand how this information applies to you.

Drug Monograph

Aug 2016
Table of Contents

Patient Info Sheet

Apr 2019

What it is used for

  • Leucovorin is not an anticancer drug
  • It may be used to reduce some of the side effects of the anticancer drug methotrexate
  • It may be used to increase the activity of the anticancer drug 5-fluorouracil (5-FU)


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