Calcium Folinate Benefits & Uses

Calcium Folinate is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Megaloblastic Anemia

Other Benefits

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Colorectal Cancer

Calcium Folinate 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

Calcium Folinate Side Effects

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

Common

Swelling
Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Skin reaction

Calcium Folinate Related Warnings

Is the use of Calcium Folinate safe for pregnant women?

Calcium Folinate may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Calcium Folinate, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Calcium Folinate safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Calcium Folinate. If you see any side effects, stop taking Calcium Folinate immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Calcium Folinate again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Calcium Folinate on the Kidneys?

Using Calcium Folinate does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Calcium Folinate on the Liver?

Calcium Folinate can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Calcium Folinate on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Calcium Folinate. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Calcium Folinate with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Primidone

Phenytoin

Phenobarbital

Fluorouracil

Calcium Folinate Contraindications

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

Anemia
Allergy
Pernicious Anemia

Frequently asked Questions about Calcium Folinate

Is this Calcium Folinate habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Calcium Folinate has not been reported.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Calcium Folinate as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Calcium Folinate is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, the use of Calcium Folinate in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Calcium Folinate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Calcium Folinate

Calcium Folinate may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Calcium Folinate

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

Unknown