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

Unifol Information

Unifol is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Megaloblastic Anemia, Nutritional Deficiency, Pernicious Anemia. The alternative uses of Unifol have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Unifol. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Unifol have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Unifol go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Unifol is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Unifol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Unifol related warnings section.

Unifol is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Drug Allergy, Leber Congenital Amaurosis are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Unifol are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Unifol may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Unifol is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Unifol Benefits & Uses
Unifol Dosage & How to Take
Unifol Side Effects
Unifol Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Unifol with Other Drugs
Unifol Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Unifol
Unifol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Unifol Benefits & Uses

Unifol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Unifol 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

Unifol Related Warnings

Is the use of Unifol safe for pregnant women?

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

Unifol is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Unifol on the Kidneys?

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

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Unifol. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Unifol on the Heart?

Unifol has very mild side effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Unifol with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Abacavir

Lamivudine

Amlodipine

Valsartan

Calcitonin

Chloramphenicol

Omeprazole

Olmesartan,Amlodipine,Hydrochlorothiazide

Mild

Estradiol

Colchicine

Metformin

Unifol Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Unifol

Is this Unifol habit forming or addictive?

Unifol is not addictive in nature.

Unifol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Unifol

Some foods when eaten with Unifol can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Unifol

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Unifol with alcohol will be.

Frequently asked Questions about Unifol

Question over 5 years ago

Can too much Unifol cause any unpleasant effects ?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

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

Question about 5 years ago

Does the Unifol cause any allergic reactions?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

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

Question over 5 years ago

How does Unifol 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 Unifol fulfills this deficiency and prevents from anemia.