Afol Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Afol Tablet Information

Afol Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Megaloblastic Anemia, Nutritional Deficiency. Afol Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Afol Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Afol Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Afol Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Afol Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Afol Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Afol Tablet related warnings section.

Afol Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Afol Tablet in conditions like Drug Allergy. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Afol Tablet contraindications section.

Additionally, Afol Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Afol Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Afol Benefits & Uses
Afol Dosage & How to Take
Afol Side Effects
Afol Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Afol with Other Drugs
Afol Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Afol
Afol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Afol Tablet Benefits & Uses

Afol Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Afol Tablet 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

Afol Tablet Side Effects

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

Severe

Anaphylactic reaction
Bronchospasm

Moderate

Confusion
Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)
Erythema

Mild

Rash
Skin redness
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Diarrhoea

Afol Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Afol Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Afol is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Afol Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Afol does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Afol Tablet on the Kidneys?

Afol is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Afol Tablet on the Liver?

Using Afol does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Afol Tablet on the Heart?

Afol is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Afol Tablet with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Mild

Estradiol

Afol Tablet Contraindications

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

Pernicious Anemia
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Afol Tablet

Is this Afol Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Afol Tablet has not been reported.

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

Afol Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Afol Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Afol Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Afol Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Afol Tablet

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Afol Tablet to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Afol Tablet

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Afol Tablet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Afol Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

How to use Afol?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Afol 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 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 over 5 years ago

Does Afol 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

Is Afol safe to use?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Folic acid can be safely taken through the oral route or through an injection. The drug is safe when taken in doses less than 1000 micrograms per day.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Afol?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Afol can be safely taken through the oral route or injectible. The drug is safe when taken in doses less than 1000 micrograms per day. You are advised to take Afol as per your doctor's instructions. Do not take it in more than the prescribed doses.