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Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy
Information Checked by Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy, Diploma in Pharmacy, MBA (Healthcare)
Further Checked by The Medindia Medical Review Team on Apr 12, 2011
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General Information on Folic acid

Generic Name : Folic acid

Pronunciation : foe' lik

Latest prescription information about Folic acid. Learn how to pronounce the drug's name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
ICD Code : Y51.1 | Therapeutic Classification : Vitamins

Trade Names/Brand Names of Folic acid

India : 

Nervup-ER | Vitafol (5 mg) | Surbex-XT | Colred | Quantus-100 | Folat Tab (5 mg) | Bizytab Fortey | Comb-OA | Mega Plus (750mcg/75mg/100mg/3mg/1.5mg) | Dexolac-3 | Inofol (5 mg) | Mulmin-F | Fotia Plus | Fapic | Folix (5 mg) (Merril Pharma) | Olik (5 mg) | Ferfoz+ CR | FUR-XT | Bone-C Plus | Zefrich | Rubraplex | Mbclo Plus | Lameco Plus (1500mcg/100mcg/3mg/1.5mg) | Cobadex-Z | Folvite (5 mg) | Bravid | Alphamix-BT | Cheri CAPS | Bigvin-F | Zest-M
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International : 

Folvite

Why is Folic acid Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a vitamin, prescribed for anemia due to vitamin C deficiency. It helps the body make healthy new cells.

When should Folic acid not to be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Folic acid?

Dose is based on patient's condition.

How should Folic acid be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Folic acid?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of long-term infection, seizure disorder, liver problems and kidney dialysis.

What are the side effects of Folic acid?

Skin rash, itching, redness and difficulty in breathing.

What are the other precautions for Folic acid?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Folic acid?

Store it at room temperature and away from direct sunlight (15-30°C).

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