FOLIC ACID

Why is this medicine prescribed to you?
Folic acid is prescribed to treat folic acid deficiency and
conditions caused by folic acid deficiency.
How do you use it?
Use folic acid exactly as instructed by your doctor for it
to be effective.
• Take folic acid with or without food; with food if it causes
stomach upset.
• If you are given the tablet or capsule, swallow it whole
with a full glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew.
• If you are given the oral drops or syrup, use the provided
dropper or spoon to measure and take your prescribed
dose followed with water.
• If you forget to use this medicine on schedule, use it
immediately as you remember. However, if it is already
time for the next dose, just proceed with your next
regular dose schedule.
• Unless advised by your doctor, do not double or adjust
dosage, or stop use even if you feel well.
What do you need to know before you use it?
• Inform your doctor or pharmacist:
- if you are pregnant, trying for a baby or breastfeeding;
- if you have any of the following conditions: allergy,
kidney problem, any infection, anemia, alcoholism;
- if you are using any other prescription or over-the-
counter (OTC) medicines and dietary or herbal
supplements.
• Keep a regular check-up schedule. Your doctor may
prescribe tests to check and monitor your progress while
under treatment with this medicine.
• If you need to undergo surgery or dental procedure,
inform your doctor or dentist that you are using this
medicine before going through it.
• Side effects may possibly occur as with most medicines.
You may not experience any side effect; however, if you
experience any of these side effects with folic acid,
inform your doctor immediately, especially if they
become severe or persistent: nausea, vomiting, stomach
discomfort, gas, bloating, loss of appetite, unpleasant
taste in the mouth, dizziness, depression, feeling irritable
or excited, sleeping problem, itching, and allergic
reactions such as hives, difficulty breathing and swelling
of the face, lips, tongue or throat.
• If you experience dizziness, do not drive, operate
machinery or perform any activity which will need you to
be alert.
• The side effects mentioned here are not complete and
others may occur. If you observe other side effects or
reactions, call your doctor for advice.
• Do not share your medicine with others even if you have
the same disease symptoms.
How do you handle it before and after use?
Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light and
moisture. Keep the medicine out of children's reach.
Discard it properly when it is expired or no longer needed.

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