What it is used for

Leucovorin Calcium Injection USP is indicated following high dose methotrexate therapy to reduce toxicity (leucovorin rescue). It is also indicated after inadvertent overdosage with methotrexate and in impaired methotrexate elimination.

How to take it

The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous. This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.

• Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
• Protect from Light
• Do not Freeze
• Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.

Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Visual appearance

Clear yellowish solution

Do I need a prescription?

This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine. open tool tip to find out more

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?

For the active ingredient folinic acid

This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.

What it is used for

Leucovorin Calcium Injection USP is indicated following high dose methotrexate therapy to reduce toxicity (leucovorin rescue). It is also indicated after inadvertent overdosage with methotrexate and in impaired methotrexate elimination.

How to take it

The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous. This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.

• Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
• Protect from Light
• Do not Freeze
• Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.

Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Visual appearance

Clear colourless solution

Do I need a prescription?

This medicine is available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is Schedule 3 : Pharmacist Only Medicine. open tool tip to find out more

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?

For the active ingredient folinic acid

This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.

What it is used for

Leucovorin Calcium Injection USP is indicated following high dose methotrexate therapy to reduce toxicity (leucovorin rescue). It is also indicated after inadvertent overdosage with methotrexate and in impaired methotrexate elimination.

How to take it

The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous. This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.

• Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
• Protect from Light
• Do not Freeze
• Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.

Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Visual appearance

Clear yellowish solution

Do I need a prescription?

This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine. open tool tip to find out more

Is this medicine subsidised?

This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on October 1, 2023. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?

For the active ingredient folinic acid

This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.

What it is used for

Leucovorin Calcium Injection USP is indicated following high dose methotrexate therapy to reduce toxicity (leucovorin rescue). It is also indicated after inadvertent overdosage with methotrexate and in impaired methotrexate elimination.

How to take it

The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous. This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.

• Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
• Protect from Light
• Do not Freeze
• Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.

Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Visual appearance

Clear yellowish solution

Do I need a prescription?

This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine. open tool tip to find out more

Is this medicine subsidised?

This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on October 1, 2023. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?

For the active ingredient folinic acid

This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.