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Indications/Uses
Folic acid is used in the treatment and prevention of the folate deficiency state. Folic acid is also used in women of child-bearing potential and pregnant women to protect against neural tube defects in their offspring. It is indicated for the treatment of megaloblastic anemia.
Dosage/Direction for Use
For the treatment of folate-deficiency megaloblastic anemia: Adults: Given orally in doses of 5 mg daily for 4 months.
For children up to 1 year old: 500 micrograms/Kg once daily.
For prophylaxis of megaloblastic anemia in children on dialysis: 1 month to 12 months of age: 250 micrograms/Kg once daily.
Children 1 year and above: 5 to 10 mg daily.
For prophylaxis of megaloblastic anemia of pregnancy: 200 micrograms to 500 micrograms daily.
Women of child-bearing potential: 400 micrograms daily.
Or as prescribed by the physician.
Missed dose: If the patient misses a dose, just take the next dose and the subsequent doses at the usual recommended schedule, i.e., once or twice a day.
For children up to 1 year old: 500 micrograms/Kg once daily.
For prophylaxis of megaloblastic anemia in children on dialysis: 1 month to 12 months of age: 250 micrograms/Kg once daily.
Children 1 year and above: 5 to 10 mg daily.
For prophylaxis of megaloblastic anemia of pregnancy: 200 micrograms to 500 micrograms daily.
Women of child-bearing potential: 400 micrograms daily.
Or as prescribed by the physician.
Missed dose: If the patient misses a dose, just take the next dose and the subsequent doses at the usual recommended schedule, i.e., once or twice a day.
Overdosage
Since folic acid is a water-soluble vitamin, overdose is rather unlikely to happen.
However, the possibility of an overdose cannot be discounted especially in patients taking high doses of folic acid in long-term situations such as during pregnancy. In rare cases, patients have shown overdose symptoms that include: Gastrointestinal side effects (such as nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea or gas); Rash.
If the patient has taken more than the recommended dosage, consult a doctor or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
However, the possibility of an overdose cannot be discounted especially in patients taking high doses of folic acid in long-term situations such as during pregnancy. In rare cases, patients have shown overdose symptoms that include: Gastrointestinal side effects (such as nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea or gas); Rash.
If the patient has taken more than the recommended dosage, consult a doctor or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Contraindications
Folic acid should never be given alone or with inadequate amounts of Vitamin B12 for the treatment of undiagnosed megaloblastic anemia. If the patient is allergic to any component of the product.
Adverse Reactions
Folic acid is generally well tolerated. Gastrointestinal disturbances and hypersensitivity reactions have been reported rarely.
Drug Interactions
Please tell the doctor or pharmacist if the patient is taking or has recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription. Especially: Antiepileptics, Oral contraceptives, Antituberculosis drugs, Antibacterials such as cotrimoxazole, Methotrexate, Pyrimethamine, Triamterene.
Storage
Store at temperatures not exceeding 30°C.
Protect from light.
Protect from light.
MedsGo Class
Vitamins & Minerals (Pre & Post Natal) / Antianemics
Features
Dosage
5 mg
Ingredients
- Vit. B9 (Folic Acid)
Packaging
Tablet 1's
Generic Name
Vit. B9 (Folic Acid)
Registration Number
DRP-4337-03
Classification
Over-The-Counter (OTC)
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