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Folistat Benefits & Uses

Folistat is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Folistat 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

Folistat Related Warnings

Is the use of Folistat safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Folistat safely.

Safe
Is the use of Folistat safe during breastfeeding?

Folistat does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Folistat on the Kidneys?

Folistat is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Folistat on the Liver?

Folistat is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Folistat on the Heart?

You can take Folistat without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Folistat with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Mild

Estradiol

Folistat Contraindications

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

Pernicious Anemia
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Folistat

Is this Folistat habit forming or addictive?

Folistat does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Folistat since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Folistat should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Folistat is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Folistat Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Folistat

Some foods when eaten with Folistat can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Folistat

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Folistat.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Folistat

Question about 5 years ago

Does the Folistat cause any allergic reactions?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

In rare instances, severe allergic reaction to Folistat has been reported such as hives, breathlessness, and difficulty in swallowing.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Folistat on my own without doctors advice?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Folistat should not be discontinued on your own. Your doctor may want to check your recent levels of folic acid with the help of blood tests. If the reports are satisfactory then your doctor will ask you to discontinue Folistat.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Folistat?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Folistat 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 over 5 years ago

Can too much Folistat cause any unpleasant effects ?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Long-term use of Folistat in doses 800 to 1200 micrograms can increase the risk of heart diseases, lung, and prostate cancer.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Folistat 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.