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

Folipic Benefits

Folipic is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Folipic 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

Folipic Side Effects

No side effects of Folipic have been reported in the medical literature. However, you should always consult your doctor before using Folipic.

Folipic Related Warnings

Is the use of Folipic safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Folipic safely.

Safe
Is the use of Folipic safe during breastfeeding?

Folipic is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Folipic on the Kidneys?

Folipic is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Folipic on the Liver?

Folipic is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Folipic on the Heart?

Folipic is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Folipic with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Mild

Estradiol

Folipic Contraindications

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

Pernicious Anemia
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Folipic

Question over 5 years ago

Does Folipic help in hair growth?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Folipic is responsible for cell growth inside the skin, hair, and nails. It can help with hair growth.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Folipic work?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Folate is required by the human body for the synthesis, repair, and methylation of DNA. It also acts as a cofactor for various biological processes. Folate plays an important role during cell division and is required during infancy and pregnancy. Folate is required for the synthesis of healthy red blood cells. Deficiency of folate can affect all these roles and can cause anemia thus Folipic fulfills this deficiency and prevents from anemia.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Folipic same as that of Iron?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Folipic 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 over 4 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

How long can I safely take Folipic?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Folipic 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 Folipic as per your doctor's instructions. Do not take it in more than the prescribed doses.