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Folson Information

Folson Benefits

Folson is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Folson 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

Folson Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Folson is used -

Severe

  • Anaphylactic reaction
  • Bronchospasm

Moderate

  • Confusion
  • Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
  • Depression
  • Erythema

Mild

Folson Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Folson safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women can take Folson safely.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Folson safe during breastfeeding?


    Folson does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Folson on the Kidneys?


    Folson does not damage the kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Folson on the Liver?


    Using Folson does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Folson on the Heart?


    Folson is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Folson with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Mild


Folson Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Folson

Question over 5 years ago

Is Folson 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 almost 5 years ago

Does Folson interact with any medicine?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Folson has reported interactions with medicines like fosphenytoin, methotrexate, phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone, and pyrimethamine. Always check with a medical practitioner once before taking them together.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Folson without consulting a doctor?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Self-medication can be dangerous to health, therefore, one should take Folson after consulting a doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does taking Folson help to prevent spina bifida?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Spina bifida is a neural tube defect that occurs when the baby's spine and spinal cord do not develop properly. If the baby has this condition then the neural tube doesn't close properly because of which the backbone doesn't form completely. According to research taking Folson helps in the prevention of Spina bifida in the unborn fetus.

Question over 5 years ago

Can too much Folson cause any unpleasant effects ?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

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


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