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Unifolin Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Colorectal Cancer. Other than this, Unifolin Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Unifolin Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Unifolin Injection as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Unifolin Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Unifolin Injection's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Unifolin Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Unifolin Injection related warnings section.
Unifolin Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions), Seizures, Anemia as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Unifolin Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Unifolin Injection with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Unifolin Injection is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Unifolin Injection is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Unifolin Injection safe for pregnant women?
Unifolin can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Unifolin, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Unifolin Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Unifolin as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Unifolin Injection on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Unifolin on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Unifolin Injection on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Unifolin on the liver.
What is the effect of Unifolin Injection on the Heart?
Unifolin is completely safe for the heart.
Unifolin Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Unifolin Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Unifolin Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Unifolin Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Unifolin Injection will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Unifolin Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Unifolin Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Unifolin Injection
Taking Unifolin Injection with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Unifolin Injection
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Unifolin Injection.
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)