What is Folic Acid: Uses, Warnings & Interactions
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Folic Acid overview
BRAND NAMES:
FA-8, Folacin-800, Methylfolate, Nature's Blend Folic Acid, Optimum Folic Acid, PharmAssure Folic Acid, Sunmark Folic Acid
Generic Names:
Folic Acid
Uses:
Treats certain types of anemia (not enough red blood cells). Is also given as a supplement to women who are pregnant or planning on getting pregnant. Folic acid is a B vitamin.
Therapeutic Classes:
Nutriceutical, Nutritive Agent
Forms:
Capsule, Tablet
How it’s taken:
By mouth
What is Folic Acid used for?
What form(s) does Folic Acid come in
Capsule
Tablet
What are common Folic Acid doses?
Tablet 1MG
Tablet 800MCG
Bottle 100 Capsules
Bottle 100 Tablets
Bottle 180 Tablets
Bottle 250 Tablets
Bottle 10GM of
Bottle 100GM of
Vial 10ML of 5MG/ML
Common Folic Acid prescriptions
Folic Acid
100 capsules bottleFolic Acid
100 tablets bottleFolic Acid
1000 tablets bottleFolic Acid
60 tablets bottleFolic Acid
1mg tabletFolic Acid
10ml of 5mg/ml vial
How to take Folic Acid
Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often.
Keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor tells you to, even if you feel better.
Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often.
Keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor tells you to, even if you feel better.
You should not use two doses at the same time.
What to do if you miss a dose of Folic Acid
Take the missed dose as soon as possible.
If it is almost time for your next regular dose, wait until then to take your medicine and skip the missed dose.
You should not use two doses at the same time.
Folic Acid contraindications
You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to folic acid.
Folic Acid warnings
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, tell your doctor. It is very important during this time to take the correct vitamins in the right amounts.
Folic Acid interactions
Your doctor may ask you to eat more foods that contain folic acid. Good sources of folic acid are fruits, green leafy vegetables, liver, kidney, and breads made with dried yeast.
If you are taking Questran® or Colestid®, take your folic acid dose 1 hour before or at least 4 hours after the other medicine.
Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking Dilantin®.
Folic Acid side effects
Serious Side Effects
Skin rash, itching, and redness
Bitter taste in the mouth
Irritability
Trouble sleeping
Less Serious Side Effects
Irritability
Bitter taste in the mouth
Trouble sleeping
Nausea, bloating, gas
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