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Over-The-Counter (OTC)Iron, Folic Acid & HematinicsCode: 2345

Pyridoxine-3mg, Niacinamide-50mg, Folic Acid-1.5mg, Lactic Acid Bacillus 4 million spores Capsules

Generic Formulation:Pyridoxine-3mg, Niacinamide-50mg, Folic Acid-1.5mg, Lactic Acid Bacillus 4 million spores Capsules
Pack Size:10's

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Clinical Overview

Folic Acid (5mg, 15mg) and L-Methylfolate Calcium (1mg, 2.8mg, 7.5mg Tablets) is an essential water-soluble B-vitamin and active tetrahydrofolate derivative on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines. L-Methylfolate is the active methylated metabolite (5-MTHF) that crosses the blood-brain barrier directly without requiring enzymatic reduction by methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR). Transports one-carbon units for purine and thymidylate synthesis, essential for DNA replication, cell division, and homocysteine remethylation. Indicated for prevention of neural tube defects (spina bifida, anencephaly) in pregnancy, treatment of folate deficiency megaloblastic anemia, hyperhomocysteinemia, and adjunctive therapy in depression.

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Usage Guidelines

Neural tube defect prophylaxis: Take 5 mg orally once daily starting at least 1 month prior to conception and continuing through the first trimester of pregnancy with water. Megaloblastic anemia: 5 mg daily for 4 months. Depression adjunct: L-methylfolate 7.5 mg to 15 mg once daily.

General Administration Advice: Adhere strictly to the prescribed dosage, frequency, and treatment course. For oral medications, swallow with sufficient water. Never stop antibiotics, psychiatric medications, or antihypertensives abruptly without clinical direction.

Possible Side Effects

Extremely safe. Rare: Mild gastrointestinal distress, sleep disturbances at high doses.

*Note: Individual physiological responses vary. While many patients experience few or no side effects, notify your treating physician if adverse reactions persist or if hypersensitivity (angioedema, skin rash, dyspnea) occurs.

Precautions & Warnings

Over-The-Counter essential vitamin. High doses of folic acid (>1 mg daily) can mask the hematologic manifestations of Vitamin B12 deficiency (pernicious anemia) while allowing catastrophic irreversible neurological degeneration (subacute combined degeneration of the spinal cord) to progress; rule out B12 deficiency before treating megaloblastic anemia.

Medical Disclaimer: Statutory Nutritional & Clinical Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational and price-transparency purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or clinical dietetic guidance. Dietary supplements, micronutrients, parenteral electrolytes, and specialized clinical nutrition should be used under the supervision of a registered medical practitioner or clinical nutritionist.