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Folvite Tablet
Salt Composition : Folic Acid
Manufacturer : PFIZER LTD
Origin of Medicine : India
45 Tablet(s) In A Strip
Introduction to Folvite Tablet
Folvite tablet is a drug belonging to the class of medicines known as haemopoetic agents, containing the active ingredient folic acid. It is used to treat folic acid deficiency(low levels of red blood cells in the body). It is also treated for anaemia in patients on kidney dialysis (Dialysis works by using a machine to filter waste and excess fluids from the blood). This tablet can also be given during the anaemia in pregnancy.
This medicine should be avoided in patients who suffer from pernicious anaemia (a disorder preventing the absorption of vitamin B12) or could be suffering from a lack of vitamin B12. Also, those who received a coronary stent (a tube that is inserted in the artery that leads to the heart, in order to stop blockages) are advised not to take this tablet. If you are undergoing haemodialysis due to kidney failure, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.Avoid using the tablet if you have cancer (unless you have anaemia due to a deficiency of folic acid). Care needs to be taken in patients with certain tumours. If you are breastfeeding please consult with your doctor before taking this medicine.Â
Folvite tablet can interact with certain medications, including methotrexate, phenytoin, and sulfasalazine. Therefore, those who take these medications should talk with your doctor before taking this tablet. Report to your doctor if you experience any hypersensitive reactions like itchy skin or rashes, while taking this medicine. This tablet contains lactose as an inactive ingredient in which the body is unable to digest lactose, a sugar found in milk and dairy products. It can cause symptoms such as bloating, and abdominal pain. If you have lactose intolerance, inform your doctor before starting this therapy.
Uses of Folvite Tablet
- Folic acid deficiency
- Anaemia in patients on kidney dialysis
- Anaemia in pregnancy
Therapeutic Effects of Folvite Tablet
It works by providing the body with an adequate amount of folic acid, which is required for various functions in the body. Folic acid is essential for the formation of red blood cells and plays a major role for the proper functioning of the nervous system. In pregnancy, Folvite tablet is particularly important as it helps in the development of the neural tube, which eventually becomes the baby's brain and spinal cord.
Interaction of Folvite Tablet with other drugs
Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications may interact with Folvite tablet and reduce effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.
More Information about Folvite Tablet
- Store Folvite tablet in the original package at room temperature (25°C).
- Keep it out of reach from children.
How to consume Folvite Tablet
Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of Folvite tablet based on the disease condition and other factors. Always take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. Take the tablet at the same time everyday, with or without food. Do not chew, crush, or break the tablet. Swallow the whole tablet with water. If you forgot to take the tablet, simply take your next dose at the scheduled time. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
Safety Advices for Folvite Tablet
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Pregnancy
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Folvite tablet is safe to use during pregnancy.
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Breast Feeding
 ÂFolvite tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding.
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Lungs
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It is not known whether Folvite tablet can be administered to patients with lung problems. Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
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Liver
  It is unknown whether Folvite tablet can be used in patients with lung disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
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Alcohol
 ÂIt is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with a Folvite tablet. Please consult your doctor.
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Driving
  It is safe to drive vehicles or operate heavy machinery after taking the Folvite tablet. This tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Side Effects of Folvite Tablet
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Serious
- Allergic reactions (wheezing, swelling of face, difficulty breathing)
- Shock (cold sweaty skin, weak pulse, dry mouth, dilated pupils)
- Weakness
- Dizziness
Common
- Loss of appetite
- Feeling sick
- Bloating of the stomach
- Flatulence
Word of Advice
It is important to get the dose at the scheduled time. If you missed the schedule, contact your doctor and reschedule the dose. Store Folvite tablets at a room temperature (25°C). Keep it out of reach from children. Adequate intake of folic acid can help prevent birth defects, support healthy red blood cell production, and support overall health.
FAQs
Q 1. What are the facts about Folvite tablet?
Folvite tablet is found naturally in many foods, including leafy green vegetables, beans, citrus fruits, and fortified grains and cereals.
Q 2. What happens when you take Folvite tablet everyday?
Folvite tablet supplements are prescribed during pregnancy and can reduce the risk of neural tube defects in newborns. Neural tube defects are serious birth defects that affect the brain and spinal cord of the baby.
Q 3. Who cannot take Folvite tablet?
Folvite tablet can interact with certain medications, including methotrexate, phenytoin, and sulfasalazine. Therefore, those who take these medications should talk with your doctor before taking this tablet.
Q 4. What antibiotic affects Folvite tablet?
Some antibiotics can affect this drug metabolism by inhibiting the growth of bacteria that require Folvite tablet for DNA synthesis. These antibiotics are called folate synthesis inhibitors and include drugs such as sulfonamides, trimethoprim, and pyrimethamine.
Q 5. What causes folic acid deficiency?
Folic acid is found in many foods, including leafy green vegetables, fruits, beans, and fortified grains. Individuals who do not consume enough of these foods may be at risk of folic acid deficiency.
Fact Box of Folvite Tablet
Molecule name: Folic Acid | Therapeutic class: Anti Anaemic |
Pharmacological class: Haemopoetic agents | Indications:Â 1.Folic acid deficiency 2.Anaemia in patients on kidney dialysis 3.Anaemia in pregnancy |
References
- Folic Acid 400 microgram . MHRA [Accessed on April 12 2023] https://mhraproductsprod.blob.core.windows.net/docs-20200204/eefc374ad5e2c00373d86b8d21b19a612986986d
- HPRA.ie [Accessed on April 12 2023] https://www.hpra.ie/img/uploaded/swedocuments/b7d79cb3-6f64-46bd-81da-574bfaa8cba0.pdf
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