Folic Acid (Vitamin B9) 5 mg
| Folvite Tablet 45'S Iron Supplement/Anaemia ₹ 63.87 MRP |
| Sysfol Tablet 30'S Iron Supplement/Anaemia ₹ 32.67 MRP |
| Folygel Capsule 10'S Iron Supplement/Anaemia ₹ 33.16 MRP |
| FOL 5mg Tablet 30'S Iron Supplement/Anaemia ₹ 42.57 MRP |
| Vitafol 5mg Tablet 30'S Iron Supplement/Anaemia ₹ 33.29 MRP |
| Foligem Tablet 15'S Iron Supplement/Anaemia ₹ 12.58 MRP |
| FOLY ACT Tablet 10's Iron Supplement/Anaemia ₹ 14.22 MRP |
| FOLAWAY Tablet 15's Supplements ₹ 12.80 MRP |
| Folite Tablet 10'S Iron Supplement/Anaemia ₹ 14.23 MRP Get this at ₹ 13.92 > |
| Olic 5mg Tablet 10'S Iron Supplement/Anaemia ₹ 14.79 MRP |
| Goodvit Tablet 10'S Iron Supplement/Anaemia ₹ 15.90 MRP Get this at ₹ 15.22 > |
| Fdson 5mg Tablet 30'S Supplements ₹ 29.20 MRP |
Please note, before you can choose the low cost generic option, please ask your doctor to add the generic drug to your prescription.
Uses of Folic Acid (Vitamin B9)
Folic acid is used to correct anemia caused due to folic acid deficiency, blood loss, kidney dialysis, pregnancy or due to the use of certain medications. It can also be used to prevent birth defects (neural tube defects) among growing baby when taken by pregnant women.
Therapeutic Category
Folic acid: Vitamins and Supplements
How Folic Acid (Vitamin B9) works
Folic acid is a B-vitamin essential for producing red blood cells and for maintaining a healthy nervous system. When taken as a supplement, it nourishes your body and help you reach the optimum levels to carry out various biological functions. It is highly preferable for use in women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, in order to reduce the risk of birth defects in the foetus.
Common side effects of Folic Acid (Vitamin B9)
- loss of appetite (anorexia)
- bloating of the stomach
- flatulence (wind)
- worsening of the symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency
When to consult your doctor
Consult your doctor if you experience:
- Signs of allergic reaction (such as itchy/red skin, rash, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat or difficulty breathing or swallowing, cold sweaty skin, weak pulse, dry mouth, dilated pupils; dizziness; weakness and/or fainting)
Health Tips for Folic Acid (Vitamin B9)
- Take Folic acid supplements as advised by your physician. It should be used under careful medical supervision
- Do not self-treat anemia, as it is necessary for your doctor to diagnose the exact cause and evaluate the type of anemia before prescribing the right medicine
- Along with the treatment, eat a healthy balanced diet and exercise regularly
- Do not take Folic acid if you are allergic to it or folic acid
- Before taking Folic acid, inform your doctor if you are undergoing dialysis or recently received cardiac stent transplant. You must also inform your doctor if you have vitamin B12 deficiency or any tumours as a precaution
- Folic acid can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding. However, consult your doctor before taking it
