Levoleucovorin Side Effects
Brand Names: Fusilev
Please note - some side effects for Levoleucovorin may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.
Side Effects of Levoleucovorin - for the Consumer
Levoleucovorin Calcium
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Levoleucovorin Calcium:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Levoleucovorin Calcium:Nausea; sore mouth; vomiting.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); change in the amount of urine; confusion.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
TopSide Effects by Body System - for Healthcare Professionals
Gastrointestinal
Gastrointestinal side effects including stomatitis (37.5%), vomiting (37.5%), nausea (18.8%), diarrhea (6.3%), dyspepsia (6.3%), and typhlitis (6.3%) have been reported.
Respiratory
Respiratory side effects including dyspnea (6.3%) have been reported.
Dermatologic
Dermatologic side effects including dermatitis (6.3%), pruritus, and rash have been reported.
Other
Other side effects including confusion (6.3%), taste perversion (6.3), temperature change, and rigors have been reported.
Nervous system
Nervous system side effects including neuropathy (6.3%) have been reported.
Renal
Renal side effects including abnormal renal function (6.3%) have been reported.
Hypersensitivity
Other side effects including confusion (6.3%), taste perversion (6.3), temperature change, and rigors have been reported.
TopMore Levoleucovorin resources
- levoleucovorin Concise Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
- levoleucovorin Intravenous Advanced Consumer (Micromedex) - Includes Dosage Information
- Levoleucovorin Professional Patient Advice (Wolters Kluwer)
- Fusilev Prescribing Information (FDA)
- Fusilev Monograph (AHFS DI)
- Fusilev MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)
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