Fol 5: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Fol 5 Benefits

Fol 5 is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Fol 5 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

Fol 5 Side Effects

No side effects of Fol 5 have been reported in the medical literature. However, you should always consult your doctor before using Fol 5.

Fol 5 Related Warnings

Is the use of Fol 5 safe for pregnant women?

Safe
Is the use of Fol 5 safe during breastfeeding?

Safe
What is the effect of Fol 5 on the Kidneys?

Safe
What is the effect of Fol 5 on the Liver?

Safe
What is the effect of Fol 5 on the Heart?

Safe

Severe Interaction of Fol 5 with Other Drugs

Fol 5 should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Mild

Estradiol

Fol 5 Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fol 5 unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Pernicious Anemia
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy

How to use Fol 5?

General precautions for Fol 5

Frequently asked Questions about Fol 5

Question over 5 years ago

Is Fol 5 same as that of Iron?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Fol 5 is a vitamin, whereas, Iron is a mineral. Many multivitamins and prenatal vitamins contain both these substances, as it is alright to take both of these substances together.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Fol 5 help in hair growth?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Fol 5 is responsible for cell growth inside the skin, hair, and nails. It can help with hair growth.

Question over 5 years ago

When should I take the Fol 5?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Fol 5 should be taken at the same time, whether morning or night. It should be taken with a glass of water, with or without food.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Fol 5 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 Fol 5 fulfills this deficiency and prevents from anemia.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Fol 5 on my own without doctors advice?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Fol 5 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 Fol 5.