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Folmet Information

Folmet Benefits

Folmet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Folmet 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

Folmet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Folmet is used -

Severe

  • Anaphylactic reaction
  • Bronchospasm

Moderate

Mild

Folmet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Folmet safe for pregnant women?


    Safe
  • Is the use of Folmet safe during breastfeeding?


    Safe
  • What is the effect of Folmet on the Kidneys?


    Safe
  • What is the effect of Folmet on the Liver?


    Safe
  • What is the effect of Folmet on the Heart?


    Safe

Severe Interaction of Folmet with Other Drugs

Folmet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Mild


Folmet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Folmet unless your doctor advises you to do so -


Frequently asked Questions about Folmet

Question over 5 years ago

Is Folmet good for men?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Folmet supplementation has been found to be good for the male fertility as it increases the sperm count although additional research is warranted to substantiate the association.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Folmet cause stomach problems ?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Long-term oral use of Folic acid can be unsafe as it can cause stomach upset, gas, abdominal cramps, and diarrhea.

Question over 5 years ago

Can too much Folmet cause any unpleasant effects ?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Folmet work?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Folate is required by the human body for the synthesis, repair, and methylation of DNA. It also acts as a cofactor for various biological processes. Folate plays an important role during cell division and is required during infancy and pregnancy. Folate is required for the synthesis of healthy red blood cells. Deficiency of folate can affect all these roles and can cause anemia thus Folmet fulfills this deficiency and prevents from anemia.

Question about 5 years ago

Does the Folmet cause any allergic reactions?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

In rare instances, severe allergic reaction to Folmet has been reported such as hives, breathlessness, and difficulty in swallowing.


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