Gofolate Plus: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Gofolate Plus Benefits

Gofolate Plus is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Nutritional Deficiency
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Loss of appetite (Read More - Boost Your Hunger: Effective Tips to Increase Appetite Naturally)

Gofolate Plus 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

Gofolate Plus Side Effects

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

Gofolate Plus Related Warnings

Is the use of Gofolate Plus safe for pregnant women?

Gofolate Plus is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Gofolate Plus safe during breastfeeding?

Gofolate Plus does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Gofolate Plus on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Gofolate Plus on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Gofolate Plus on the Liver?

Gofolate Plus may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Gofolate Plus on the Heart?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Gofolate Plus on heart. So it is not known whether taking Gofolate Plus will cause side effects on heart or not.

Severe Interaction of Gofolate Plus with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Colchicine

Levodopa

Carbidopa

Chloramphenicol

Moderate

Mild

Prednisolone

Conjugated Estrogens

Phenobarbital

Phenytoin

Gofolate Plus Contraindications

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

Leber Congenital Amaurosis
Iron Deficiency Anemia
Kidney Disease
Polycythemia Vera
Drug Allergy
Megaloblastic Anemia
Pernicious Anemia
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy
Seizures

How to use Gofolate Plus?

General precautions for Gofolate Plus

Frequently asked Questions about Gofolate Plus

Question over 5 years ago

What are the precautions to be taken while administration of this Gofolate Plus?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

The Gofolate Plus is susceptible to breaking down in the presence of light and it also gets affected by the moisture. Therefore, it should be consumed as soon as the package is opened and must be protected from the light and moisture.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Gofolate Plus be used for treating neuropathic pain related to diabetic neuropathy?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Gofolate Plus has been found to be effective against tingling and burning sensations in a leg, and spontaneous pain, associated with diabetic neuropathy.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Gofolate Plus?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

The general recommended an oral dose of the Gofolate Plus is 1500 µg daily, divided into three doses. It is also available in other forms such as injectibles. Patients with critically low levels of methylcobalamin are often recommended by to take intramuscular injections to cover up for their deficiency.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Gofolate Plus?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Gofolate Plus is an active form of vitamin B12. It is available in the form of oral, parenteral, and sublingual (under the tongue) formulations. It is used to treat B12 deficiency, Alzheimer's disease, diabetic neuropathy (nerve damage due to diabetes), visual function, rheumatoid arthritis, Bell's Palsy (facial paralysis or temporary weakness of the facial muscles), sleep-wake rhythm (irregular sleeping pattern) disorder and neuropathic pain.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Gofolate Plus cause breathing difficulties?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you may experience mild breathing problems while taking Gofolate Plus. Try not to wear tight-fitted clothing while you are facing breathing difficulties go in an open space to breathe normally. However, if you are feeling extreme discomfort and breathlessness call your doctor right away.