Leucovorin Definition
lo͞o′kə-vôr ′ ĭn, lo͞o-kŏv ′ ər-ĭn
noun
A form of folic acid that is used to counteract the toxic effects of folic acid antagonists such as methotrexate and is also given as an adjuvant to increase the effectiveness of certain chemotherapy drugs, such as fluorouracil. It is usually given in the form of its calcium salt.
American Heritage Medicine
Find Similar Words
Find similar words to leucovorin using the buttons below.