Levoleucovorin Calcium and NeoProfen

• Generic Name: levoleucovorin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Fusilev, Khapzory

IV rescue therapy after high-dose methotrexate therapy (to control the duration of exposure of sensitive cells to methotrexate) for treatment of osteosarcoma (designated an orphan drug by FDA for this use).

Antidote to diminish the toxicity and counteract the effects of unintentional overdosage of methotrexate (e.g., resulting from impaired elimination) and other folic acid antagonists (designated an orphan drug by FDA for this use).

In combination with fluorouracil for the palliative treatment of advanced-stage colorectal cancer.

Has been studied for treatment of advanced-stage colorectal cancer in combination with fluorouracil and other agents (i.e., irinotecan, oxaliplatin). However, use in such combination regimens not fully established.

Manufacturer states that levoleucovorin should not be used for the treatment of pernicious anemia and megaloblastic anemias secondary to lack of vitamin B12; such use may alleviate hematologic manifestations while allowing neurologic complications to progress.

• Generic Name: ibuprofen
• Dosage Forms: injection
• Other Brand Names: Caldolor, NeoProfen, Advil, Advil Liqui-Gels, Midol, Motrin, Motrin IB, Motrin Migraine Pain, Proprinal, Smart Sense Children's Ibuprofen, PediaCare Children’s Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer, PediaCare Infant’s Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer, Genpril, Ibu, Midol IB, Children's Motrin, Motrin Junior Strength

Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Ibuprofen works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.

NeoProfen is used to reduce fever and treat pain.

Neoprofen is used in premature babies to treat a condition called patent ductus arteriosus (an abnormal blood vessel opening that normally closes shortly after birth).

Ibuprofen may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.