Leevarin Information
Leevarin is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Leevarin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Leevarin Benefits & Uses
Leevarin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
- Drug Abuse
Leevarin Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
|
| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
|
Leevarin Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Leevarin is used -
Moderate
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Urticaria
- Agitation
- Insomnia
- Diarrhoea
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Unknown
- Rash
- Upset stomach
- Anaphylactic reaction
Leevarin Related Warnings
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Is the use of Leevarin safe for pregnant women?
Leevarin can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Leevarin, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
Is the use of Leevarin safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Leevarin as it bears very minor side effects for them.
Mild -
What is the effect of Leevarin on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Leevarin on the kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Leevarin on the Liver?
Leevarin does not damage the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Leevarin on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Leevarin for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Leevarin with Other Drugs
Leevarin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Leevarin Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Leevarin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Dehydration
- Pleural Effusion
- Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
- Seizures
- Anemia
Frequently asked Questions about Leevarin
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Is this Leevarin habit forming or addictive?
Leevarin is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Leevarin as it does not make you drowsy.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Leevarin only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Leevarin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
No
Leevarin Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Leevarin
Taking Leevarin with food is safe.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Leevarin
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Leevarin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Unknown
See all substitutes for Leevarin
- Unifolin Tablet - ₹475
- Leucorin Tablet - ₹419
- Leucovorin Calcium Tablet - ₹75
- Leevarin 15mg Tablet - ₹475
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 759-760
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Levoleucovorin (levoleucovorin)
