Folica (Chicky): Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Folica (Chicky) Benefits

Folica (Chicky) is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Folica (Chicky) 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

Folica (Chicky) Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Folica (Chicky) 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

Folica (Chicky) Related Warnings

Is the use of Folica (Chicky) safe for pregnant women?

Safe
Is the use of Folica (Chicky) safe during breastfeeding?

Safe
What is the effect of Folica (Chicky) on the Kidneys?

Safe
What is the effect of Folica (Chicky) on the Liver?

Safe
What is the effect of Folica (Chicky) on the Heart?

Safe

Severe Interaction of Folica (Chicky) with Other Drugs

Folica (Chicky) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Mild

Estradiol

Folica (Chicky) Contraindications

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

Pernicious Anemia
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy

How to use Folica (Chicky)?

General precautions for Folica (Chicky)

Frequently asked Questions about Folica (Chicky)

Question over 5 years ago

Is Folica (Chicky) 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 Folica (Chicky)?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Folica (Chicky) 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 Folica (Chicky) as per your doctor's instructions. Do not take it in more than the prescribed doses.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Folica (Chicky) same as that of Iron?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Folica (Chicky) is a vitamin, whereas, Iron is a mineral. Many multivitamins and prenatal vitamins contain both these substances, as it is alright to take both of these substances together.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Folica (Chicky) 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 almost 6 years ago

Why is Folica (Chicky) recommended during pregnancy?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Folica (Chicky) is recommended during pregnancy because it is a very essential supplement which prevents the incidences such as neural tube defects in the unborn baby.