Fole 400 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Fole 400 Tablet Information

Fole 400 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. The alternative uses of Fole 400 Tablet have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Fole 400 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Fole 400 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Fole 400 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Fole 400 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Fole 400 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Fole 400 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Fole 400 Tablet in conditions like Liver Disease. The section on Fole 400 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Fole 400 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Fole 400 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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 400 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Fole 400 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 400 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 400 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fole 400 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 400 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Fole 400 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 400 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Fole.

Safe
What is the effect of Fole 400 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 400 Tablet on the Liver?

Fole has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Fole 400 Tablet on the Heart?

Fole has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Fole 400 Tablet with Other Drugs

Fole 400 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Mild

Zidovudine

Fole 400 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fole 400 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Fole 400 Tablet

Is this Fole 400 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Fole 400 Tablet is addictive.

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

After taking Fole 400 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Fole 400 Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Fole 400 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Fole 400 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fole 400 Tablet

Taking Fole 400 Tablet with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Fole 400 Tablet

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Fole 400 Tablet with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Fole 400 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.