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Folate Analogues

Folate analogues are used to treat colon cancer, folate deficiency, and anemia by protecting healthy cells in the body and by increasing levels of folate.

Why are folate analogues prescribed?

  1. Folate Deficiency (50%)
  2. Anemia (49%)
  3. Colon Cancer (2%)
  4. Chemotherapy Side Effects (0%)
  5. Chemotherapy Overdose (0%)

Key takeaways

Folate analogues are medications that work like folic acid (vitamin B9) in the body. They're used to treat low folic acid levels, as part of certain cancer treatments, and to protect against the side effects of methotrexate. Folate analogues come in different forms, including oral tablets and injectable solutions. Examples include leucovorin, l-methylfolate, and levoleucovorin (Fusilev, Khapzory).

Prices for popular Folate Analogues medications
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leucovorin

as low as$14
LEUCOVORIN prevents side effects from certain medications, such as methotrexate. It works by increasing folate levels. This helps protect healthy cells in your body. It may also be used to treat anemia caused by low levels of folate. It can also be used with fluorouracil, a type of chemotherapy, to treat colorectal cancer. It works by increasing the effects of fluorouracil in the body.
LEVOMEFOLATE prevents and treats low levels of folate (vitamin B9) in people with medical conditions including depression. It is a form of folate. Folate plays an important role in forming red blood cells and maintaining brain health. Folate also supports a healthy pregnancy and lowers the risk of birth defects of the brain and spine.
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Restora RX

as low as$54
FOLIC ACID; LACTOBACILLUS prevents and treats low levels of folate (vitamin B9) in your body. Folate plays an important role in forming red blood cells and maintaining brain health. Lactobacillus is a probiotic, which supports a healthy balance of bacteria and yeast in your body. This may support digestion and immune system health. The FDA has not evaluated this supplement for any medical use. It may contain ingredients not listed. Discuss all supplements you are taking with your care team. They can provide you with important safety information.
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Vykoura

as low as$136
Vykoura is part of the Folate Analogues class and treats Anemia and Colon Cancer. Folate analogues are used to treat colon cancer, folate deficiency, and anemia by protecting healthy cells in the body and by increasing levels of folate. Vykoura is only available as a brand name drug.
LEVOLEUCOVORIN prevents side effects from certain medications, such as methotrexate. It works by increasing folate levels. This helps protect healthy cells in your body. It may also be used with fluorouracil, a type of chemotherapy, to treat colorectal cancer. It works by increasing the effects of fluorouracil in the body.
Khapzory (levoleucovorin) is used to treat colon cancer, chemotherapy overdose, and chemotherapy side effects. Khapzory is a folate analogue, which works by protecting healthy cells in the body and increasing levels of folate. The most common form of Khapzory is a 175mg vial. It is also available as a 300mg vial. There are currently no generic generic alternatives for Khapzory. It is covered by some Medicare and insurance plans.
Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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