Folicum 1 Mg- For Folic Acid Deficiency - 20 Tablets

Folic acid is a B vitamin (Vitamin B9) that helps your body make red blood cells.
Folate-deficiency anemia is the lack of folic acid in the blood.

Indications Of Folicum 1 Mg Tablets
Supports the general wellbeing
Help you fulfill your nutritional needs and support your everyday health and wellbeing
Used in controlling folate deficiency anemia caused by poor diet- poor absorption of food- or increased use of folate in the body (as in pregnancy)

Method Of Administration Of Folicum 1 Mg Tablets
Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.
Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
The average dose: in normal cases 1 tablet with a full cup of water during or after meals or as directed by a physician.
Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
If you take more than you should- talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
If you forget to take a dose- take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Undesirable Side Effects Of Folicum 1 Mg Tablets
Although the following side effects are not common in everyone- some patients may complain from:
Upset stomach
Nausea
Allergic reaction

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Folicum 1 Mg Tablets
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding- think you may be pregnant- or are planning to have a baby- ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding

Advice To Avoid Folic Deficiency & Anemia
Folate deficiency anemia is prevented and treated by eating a healthy diet. This includes foods rich in folic acids- such as nuts- leafy green vegetables- enriched bread and cereals- and fruit.
Avoid drinking coffee or tea with meals. These drinks make it harder for your body to absorb iron.
Be aware that anemia has different types & treatment sometimes may require Iron or vitamin B complex so always check your lab values and ask your physician

Warnings & Special Precautions while Taking Folicum 1 Mg Tablets
Before you use this medicine talk to your doctor or pharmacist:
If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of this medicine.
If you have or have had a peptic ulcer
If you suffer from hepatic disease
If you suffer from renal impairment
If you suffer from any cardiac disease
If you suffer from bronchial asthma
If you suffer from diabetes
If you have any disease that reduces the amount of vitamin B12 in the body
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking- have recently taken- or might take any other medications including over-the-counter non-prescription medicines- prescription medicines- herbal supplements- vitamins- and supplements.

Storage Conditions Of Folicum 1 Mg Tablets
Store below 25°c
Don’t refrigerate
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.

Normal Range
According to Mount Sinai New York
The normal value of folic acid is 2.7 to 17.0 nanograms per milliliter (ng/mL) or 6.12 to 38.52 nanomoles per liter (nmol/L).
Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different labs. Talk to your provider about the meaning of your test results.

For More Information About Folic Acid
Ask your physician or pharmacist
Visit SFDA website
Visit Medscape at Information About Folic Acid
Visit Drugs.com at Information About Folic Acid
Visit Drugbank.com at Information About Folic Acid