Cafonate 15mg Injection
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Rs.97for 1 vial(s) (1 Injection each)
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No interaction found/established
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Cafonate 15mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
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Cafonate 15mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Cafonate 15mg Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Cafonate 15mg Injection
Calcium Leucovorin(15mg)
Cafonate injection uses
{med_name} is used to prevent harmful effects of methotrexate. It is also used to treat overdose of methotrexate.
How cafonate injection works
Cafonate 15mg Injection is a form of vitamin B. It works by protecting healthy cells from the toxic effects of methotrexate (anticancer medicine) while allowing it to enter and kill the cancer cells.
Common side effects of cafonate injection
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
SUBSTITUTES FOR Cafonate Injection
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Expert advice FOR Cafonate Injection
- You have been prescribed Calcium Leucovorin to reduce the side effects of the medicine methotrexate.
- Take it 24 hours after taking methotrexate. If taken at the same time, it may counteract the effect of methotrexate.
- Inform your doctor if you are also taking certain medications such as phenytoin for your seizures as Calcium Leucovorin may counteract the antiepileptic effects.
Frequently asked questions FOR Cafonate 15mg Injection
Calcium Leucovorin
Q. What is Cafonate 15mg Injection used for?
Cafonate 15mg Injection is used to prevent harmful effects of methotrexate (cancer chemotherapy medication) when methotrexate is used to treat certain types of cancer. Cafonate 15mg Injection is also used to treat people who have accidentally received an overdose of methotrexate or similar medications. It is also used for the treatment of megaloblastic anemia due to folic acid deficiency and when oral therapy is not feasible.
Q. What is megaloblastic anemia?
Anemia is a blood disorder in which the number of red blood cells (RBCs) that carry oxygen is lower than usual. As a result, your tissues and organs don’t get enough oxygen. Megaloblastic anemia is a form of anemia characterized by very large red blood cells and a decrease in the number of those cells. Usually, megaloblastic anemia is due to vitamin B12 or folic acid deficiency. How long does it take for Cafonate 15mg Injection to work?
Q. How long does it take for Cafonate 15mg Injection to work?
Cafonate 15mg Injection starts acting on the body within 5 minutes of administration. However, this might vary with respect to dosage, the patient receiving the drug, and response to treatment.