Agifol: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Agifol Benefits

Agifol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Agifol 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

Agifol Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Agifol 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

Agifol Related Warnings

Is the use of Agifol safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Agifol safely.

Safe
Is the use of Agifol safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Agifol.

Safe
What is the effect of Agifol on the Kidneys?

Using Agifol does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Agifol on the Liver?

Agifol is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Agifol on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Agifol for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Agifol with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Mild

Estradiol

Agifol Contraindications

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

Pernicious Anemia
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy

How to use Agifol?

General precautions for Agifol

Frequently asked Questions about Agifol

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Agifol?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Agifol is a brand name of folic acid which is a water-soluble form of vitamin B9. The natural form is known as folate while folic acid is the synthetic form. It is a prescription drug which is given for the treatment of folic acid deficiency. It is also given in pregnancy to prevent birth defects (neural tube defects) in the fetus.

Question almost 6 years ago

What are the natural resources of Folic acid?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Some of the natural sources of Folate are green leafy vegetables, fruits, nuts, meat, eggs, yeast, liver, dairy products, beans, peas, seafood, yeast, grains, beef liver, and beef kidney. Many food items are fortified with Folic acid. Folic acid is required for the synthesis of genetic material and red blood cells. Its deficiency can cause megaloblastic anemia. It is also essential for pregnant women before and during the pregnancy. Deficiency of Folic acid during pregnancy can result in premature delivery and babies with the neural tube defects.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Agifol without consulting a doctor?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Self-medication can be dangerous to health, therefore, one should take Agifol after consulting a doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

When should I take the Agifol?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Agifol should be taken at the same time, whether morning or night. It should be taken with a glass of water, with or without food.

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.