Alfolic 5mg Tablet is a folic acid supplement. It is used to treat a type of anemia where you have too few red blood cells because you have too little folic acid in your body. Folic acid is needed to produce the red blood cells that carry oxygen around your body.

Alfolic 5mg Tablet is used to treat low levels of iron in the blood

Uses of Alfolic Tablet

Treatment of Anemia due to folic acid deficiency

Benefits of Alfolic Tablet

In Treatment of Anemia due to folic acid deficiency

Anemia is a condition where your body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen around your body. If you do not get enough folic acid from the foods you eat (because of poor nutrition or poor absorption of the mineral), your body will produce fewer red blood cells and can cause anemia. Alfolic 5mg Tablet is a supplement of folic acid. It is used to treat or prevent low levels of folate in the body. Folate plays an essential role in the production of red blood cells. It can boost your levels of red blood cells and reduce the symptoms of anemia such as tiredness and weakness. Take it in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor for maximum benefits.

Side effects of Alfolic Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Alfolic

Abdominal distension
Flatulence
Nausea
Weight loss

How to use Alfolic Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Alfolic 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Alfolic 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Alfolic 5mg Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Alfolic 5mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Alfolic 5mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Alfolic 5mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Alfolic 5mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Alfolic 5mg Tablet is used for the treatment of folic acid deficiency.
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Fact Box

Chemical Class

Glutamic Acid Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

BLOOD RELATED

Action Class

Haemopoetic agents

Patient concerns

I m a minor thalassemia patient i want to ask that what is the use of folic acid it will help for what we take

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Diabetology

Folic acid is a vitamin To avoid or treat folic acid deficiency

Hello sir /Madam, what is the use of New Folinal tablet. My doctor adviced me to take this tablet until the birth of child

Dr. Megha Gupta

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

It is folic acid tablet given in cases of anemia

Sir can u plz Comment on my reports Vit-D is very low it is 6.7 nano gm

Dr. Ila Jain Khandelwal

Pathology

Hello mam Thank you for sharing your reports with me Most of your tests are normal Your hemoglobin low, it indicates you have anemia which can be due to deficiency of folic acid since your iron profile is normal. Eat a diet rich in folic acid like green leafy vegetables, fruits. Have lots of dairy products like milk, curd, cheese etc. Your vitamin D level is also low, you should expose yourself to at least 10 minutes of sunlight everyday since sunlight is a great source of vitamin D. You should also consult a Internal medicine doctor.

Is vitamin D3 and vitamin D-total different.? Now who to consult with folic acid and vitamin d total deficiency. N how to compensate these deficiencies

Dr. Ila Jain Khandelwal

Pathology

Dear Sir Thank you for sharing your reports with me. Vitamin D total and vitamin D3 are different but vitamin D total mostly consists of vitamin D3. Your reports suggest your folic acid is low. For this, you should have a diet rich in green leafy vegetables and fruits. You should also start with tablet folvite once a day for at least 2 months. Your vitamin D level is also low, for thiusFor this, you should take calcirol sachet in milk once a week for at least 6 weeks.

FAQs

Is it ok to take Alfolic 5mg Tablet when not pregnant?

Usually, folic acid requirements are met from the diet and therefore additional supplements are not required. In general, Alfolic 5mg Tablet is recommended only when you have a deficiency of folic acid. However, Alfolic 5mg Tablet is advised to women who are pregnant and who want to conceive. The medicine should be taken at least 4 weeks before pregnancy and should continue its use up to 3 months of pregnancy. Consult your doctor if not sure.

Can Alfolic 5mg Tablet cause weight gain?

Animal studies on Alfolic 5mg Tablet suggest that taking the medicine in excess along with a high-fat diet may lead to weight gain and fat accumulation. But this weight gain was not evident when taken along with a normal or low-fat diet, even with excess Alfolic 5mg Tablet. In humans, similar studies have not been conducted and therefore knowledge regarding weight gain is lacking. Therefore, if you are on Alfolic 5mg Tablet eat a low-fat meal to be on the safer side.

How long does Alfolic 5mg Tablet take to work?

Alfolic 5mg Tablet usually starts working within a few hours of taking it. If you are taking it for iron deficiency anemia, you may start feeling better after a few weeks of taking it. In case you are taking it during pregnancy, you may not notice any difference but this does not mean that the dose is not working. Continue taking Alfolic 5mg Tablet for the duration recommended by your doctor.

Why should women start taking Alfolic 5mg Tablet before they become pregnant?

Maintaining the right level of folic acid in the body before getting pregnant reduces the risk of developing neural tube defects in the baby. The neural tube defect, in most cases, is caused if the structure (neural tube) from which the central nervous system develops (brain and spinal cord) in a baby does not form or is only partially closed. full closure of the neural tube occurs during the end of the fourth week of pregnancy. Folic acid helps in the formation of neural tubes. Therefore, to prevent this defect women should start Alfolic 5mg Tablet before four weeks of pregnancy.

Can I breastfeed while taking Alfolic 5mg Tablet?

Yes, you can breastfeed while taking Alfolic 5mg Tablet as it is not harmful to the baby. Alfolic 5mg Tablet contains folic acid which is naturally found in breast milk. Though its initial levels in breast milk are low, it rises eventually. Since it is actively secreted in breast milk, the mother may take Alfolic 5mg Tablet every day to maintain the required levels. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions related to nutrient supplementation in breastfeeding.

When should I take Alfolic 5mg Tablet, in the morning or at night?

You can take Alfolic 5mg Tablet any time of the day, but try to take it at the same time each day. This will help you remember to take it. Take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor. The medicine should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, cut or crush the medicine.

Can Alfolic 5mg Tablet make you sick?

Generally, Alfolic 5mg Tablet is well tolerated. However, some people may experience nausea (feeling sick), loss of appetite, bloating, and excessive passing of gas. The medicine may also worsen the symptoms of any coexisting vitamin B12 deficiency. If you experience any of these symptoms, consult your doctor but do not stop taking Alfolic 5mg Tablet.

How long do I need to take Alfolic 5mg Tablet?

The duration of treatment with Alfolic 5mg Tablet depends on the reason you are taking it for. If you are planning your pregnancy, you may start taking it 4 weeks before pregnancy and continue up to the first 3 months of pregnancy. If you are taking it for folic acid deficiency then you may have to take it for 4 months or longer (if your deficiency does not subside). If you are taking it to reduce the side effects of methotrexate then you may need to take it for as long as you are taking methotrexate. Consult your prescribing physician to know the exact duration of your therapy.

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