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Folison 5 mg

Tablet

Generic: Folic Acid

Jayson Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Therapeutic Class: Vitamin (Haematinic)

Indications

Treatment and prevention of folate-deficiency megaloblastic anaemia. Prevention of neural tube defects, taken before conception and during early pregnancy.

Pharmacology

Folic acid is converted to tetrahydrofolate, a co-enzyme required for the synthesis of DNA and for the normal maturation of red blood cells.

Dosage & Administration

Megaloblastic anaemia: Adult: 5 mg daily for 4 months. Prevention of neural tube defects: 400 mcg daily before conception and until week 12 of pregnancy; 5 mg daily for women at high risk. Child: as directed by the physician.

Side Effects

Rarely nausea, abdominal distension, flatulence and allergic reactions.

Precautions & Warnings

Folic acid should not be given alone in megaloblastic anaemia of unknown cause or in vitamin B12 deficiency, as it may mask the anaemia while nerve damage progresses.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to folic acid.

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.

This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.