Fol 5 Tablet (10)

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Fol 5 Tablet (10) Benefits & Uses

Fol 5 Tablet (10) is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Fol 5 Tablet (10) Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Megaloblastic Anemia
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: taken until a satisfactory hematologic response occurs
Geriatric
  • Disease: Megaloblastic Anemia
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: taken until a satisfactory hematologic response occurs
Infant (1 month to 2 years)
  • Disease: Megaloblastic Anemia
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 15 mcg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: taken until a satisfactory hematologic response occurs
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Megaloblastic Anemia
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: taken until a satisfactory hematologic response occurs
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Megaloblastic Anemia
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: taken until a satisfactory hematologic response occurs
Adult(Male)
  • Disease: Nutritional Deficiency
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.4 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)
  • Disease: Nutritional Deficiency
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.6 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: For pregnant women

Fol 5 Tablet (10) Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fol 5 Tablet (10) is used -

Severe

  • Anaphylactic reaction
  • Bronchospasm

Moderate

Mild

Fol 5 Tablet (10) Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Fol 5 Tablet (10) safe for pregnant women?


    Safe
  • Is the use of Fol 5 Tablet (10) safe during breastfeeding?


    Safe
  • What is the effect of Fol 5 Tablet (10) on the Kidneys?


    Safe
  • What is the effect of Fol 5 Tablet (10) on the Liver?


    Safe
  • What is the effect of Fol 5 Tablet (10) on the Heart?


    Safe

Severe Interaction of Fol 5 Tablet (10) with Other Drugs

Fol 5 Tablet (10) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Mild


Fol 5 Tablet (10) Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fol 5 Tablet (10) unless your doctor advises you to do so -


Frequently asked Questions about Fol 5 Tablet (10)

  • Is this Fol 5 Tablet (10) habit forming or addictive?


    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No

Fol 5 Tablet (10) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Fol 5 Tablet (10)


    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Fol 5 Tablet (10)


    Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Fol 5 Tablet (10)

Question almost 5 years ago

What is anencephaly?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Anencephaly is a serious birth defect which occurs when a baby is born without some parts of the skull and brain. It is also known as a neural tube defect.

Question about 6 years ago

Does taking Fol 5 help to prevent spina bifida?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Spina bifida is a neural tube defect that occurs when the baby's spine and spinal cord do not develop properly. If the baby has this condition then the neural tube doesn't close properly because of which the backbone doesn't form completely. According to research taking Fol 5 helps in the prevention of Spina bifida in the unborn fetus.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to use Fol 5?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Fol 5 deficiency can be treated by taking 250 micrograms to 1 milligram of the drug. For pregnant women, the recommended dosage is 400 micrograms per day from supplements or fortified food. You are urged to follow doctors instructions as the recommended dosage is always suggested by a physician after analyzing the deficiency in the body with the help of current blood reports.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Fol 5 help in hair growth?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Fol 5 is responsible for cell growth inside the skin, hair, and nails. It can help with hair growth.

Question over 5 years ago

Can too much Fol 5 cause any unpleasant effects ?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Long-term use of Fol 5 in doses 800 to 1200 micrograms can increase the risk of heart diseases, lung, and prostate cancer.


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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