Fole 100 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Fole 100 Tablet Information

Fole 100 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Fole 100 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Fole 100 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Fole 100 Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Fole 100 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Fole 100 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Fole 100 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Fole 100 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Fole 100 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Fole 100 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Fole 100 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Fole 100 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Fole 100 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)
Candidal Infection
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Cryptococcosis
Cryptococcal Meningitis
Athlete's Foot
Ringworm (Read More - Home Remedies for Ringworm)
Nail Fungus
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Vaginal Yeast Infection
Thrush
Vulvitis
Penile Yeast Infection (Read More - How to Treat Penis Infections with Simple Home Remedies)

Fole 100 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(Female)	Disease: Vaginal Yeast Infection Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Then once a week for 6 months
Adult	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: Then 200 - 800 mg/day for 28 days
Geriatric	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: Then 200 - 800 mg/day for 28 days
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 12 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 6 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Fole 100 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fole 100 Tablet is used -

Severe

Angioedema
Anaphylactic reaction
Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
Steven-johnsons syndrome

Moderate

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Hepatitis

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Rash
पेट दर्द
Diarrhoea
Dyspepsia
Dry Mouth
Headache

Fole 100 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Fole 100 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Fole shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Fole 100 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Fole.

Safe
What is the effect of Fole 100 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Fole may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Fole 100 Tablet on the Liver?

Fole has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Fole 100 Tablet on the Heart?

Fole has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Fole 100 Tablet with Other Drugs

Fole 100 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Mild

Zidovudine

Fole 100 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fole 100 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Fole 100 Tablet

Is this Fole 100 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Fole 100 Tablet is addictive.

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

After taking Fole 100 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Fole 100 Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Fole 100 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Fole 100 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fole 100 Tablet

Taking Fole 100 Tablet with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Fole 100 Tablet

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Fole 100 Tablet with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Fole 100 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Fole treat balanitis?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Fole can treat balanitis (inflammation on the upper skin of penis). As per research, it has been found that medicine is safe and effective in the treatment of balanitis.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Fole?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Take Fole as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Fole work?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Fole inhibit the fungal cytochrome P450 enzyme lanosterol 14- demethylase and thus block ergosterol synthesis leading to membrane abnormalities in the fungus. It kills the fungus by destroying its cell membrane.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Fole?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Fole can be taken orally or it can be also intravenously administered.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Fole cause hair loss?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Fole can cause hair loss if taken for a long time. However, if you're experiencing hair loss after taking this drug for a short duration then inform your doctor without any further delay.