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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Folinal Tablet is used to treat or prevent anaemia (lack of blood). It contains Folic acid that works by increasing healthy red blood cell (RBC) production in the body which helps carry oxygen throughout the body. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as nausea, black stool, constipation, loss of appetite, bloating or flatulence (gas). Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition :

FOLIC ACID-5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Folinal Tablet is used to treat or prevent anaemia (lack of blood) caused by a deficiency of folic acid, anaemia in pregnancy, anaemia due to damaged red blood cells, anaemia in kidney dialysis patients and anaemia that occurs as a side effect of certain medicines. Folinal Tablet may be used in women before and during pregnancy to prevent spina bifida (abnormality of the spine) in babies. Anaemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough red blood cells to carry the adequate oxygen required to various body tissues.

The Folinal Tablet contains Folic acid (a form of vitamin B9) that increases healthy red blood cell (RBC) production in the body and carries oxygen throughout the body. As a result, an adequate amount of haemoglobin (Hb) is produced in the body so that body's each tissue gets a sufficient supply of oxygen.

Take Folinal Tablet as recommended by your doctor. You may experience nausea, black stool, constipation, loss of appetite, bloating or flatulence (gas) in some cases. Most of these side effects of Folinal Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. 

If you are allergic to Folinal Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Folinal Tablet . Folinal Tablet should be used with caution in children and only if recommended by a doctor. If you have an allergy to any sugars, inform your doctor before taking Folinal Tablet as it may contain lactose. If you have a stomach ulcer, vitamin B12 deficiency, any blood disorder, repeated blood transfusions, ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the colon), pernicious anaemia (anaemia due to lack of vitamin B12) or folate-dependent tumour, inform your doctor before taking Folinal Tablet . 

Treatment of Anemia
Take Folinal Tablet with or without food as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.

The Folinal Tablet contains Folic acid (a form of vitamin B9) that increases red blood cell (RBC) production in the body and carries oxygen around the body. As a result, an adequate number of RBCs is produced in the body, so that body's each tissue gets a sufficient supply of oxygen. Also, folic acid is necessary for pregnancy as it plays a role in developing the brain and spinal cord in the unborn baby. Additionally, Folinal Tablet may be used to decrease the adverse effects of methotrexate (a drug used to treat severe arthritis, psoriasis, or Crohn’s disease).

The Folinal Tablet contains Folic acid (a form of vitamin B9) that increases healthy red blood cell (RBC) production in the body and carries oxygen throughout the body. As a result, an adequate amount of haemoglobin (Hb) is produced in the body so that body's each tissue gets a sufficient supply of oxygen.
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  • Nausea
  • Loss of appetite
  • Bloating
  • Flatulence (gas)
  • Bitter or unpleasant taste in your mouth
  • Feeling excited or irritable
Take Folinal Tablet only as suggested by the physician. Do not exceed the recommended dose, as it might cause an overdose. If you suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

If you are allergic to Folinal Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid taking Folinal Tablet if you have cancer. Folinal Tablet should be used with caution in children and only if recommended by a doctor. If you are breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before using Folinal Tablet . If you have pernicious anaemia (anaemia due to lack of vitamin B12), a tumour or if you are receiving a stent in the heart or undergoing haemodialysis due to kidney failure, inform your doctor before taking Folinal Tablet . You are recommended to maintain a time gap of a minimum of 2 hours between taking Folinal Tablet and indigestion remedies such as antacids containing magnesium or aluminium and edible clay. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any sugars as Folinal Tablet contains lactose. 

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Folic acidCarbamazepine
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Folic acidFluorouracil
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Drug-Drug Interactions

Folic acidCarbamazepine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Folinal Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Folinal Tablet 10's and Carbamazepine may reduce the blood levels of Folinal Tablet 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Folinal Tablet 10's and Carbamazepine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if your condition changes or you experience loss of seizure control, contact your doctor.
Folic acidFluorouracil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Folinal Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Folinal Tablet 10's and Fluorouracil may increase the effects of Fluorouracil and increase the risk of serious side effects such as bleeding problems, anaemia (lack of blood), infections, and nerve damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Folinal Tablet 10's and Fluorouracil, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience diarrhoea, paleness of skin, severe nausea and vomiting, over-tiredness, dizziness, fainting, blood in the stools, unusual bleeding or bruising, fever, chills, body pains, flu-like symptoms, skin reactions, mouth ulcers or sores, and/or numbness, burning or tingling in your hands and feet, contact your doctor.
Folic acidTrimethoprim
Severe
How does the drug interact with Folinal Tablet 10's:
Trimethoprim may decrease the blood levels and effects of Folinal Tablet 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Folinal Tablet 10's and Trimethoprim, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting your doctor.
Folic acidColestyramine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Folinal Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Folinal Tablet 10's and Cholestyramine may interfere with the absorption of Folinal Tablet 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cholestyramine and Folinal Tablet 10's together can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience Constipation, Diarrhea, Stomach pain, Nausea, or Loss of appetite, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
Folic acidFluorouracil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Folinal Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Folinal Tablet 10's with Fluorouracil may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Folinal Tablet 10's and Fluorouracil, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Folic acidCapecitabine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Folinal Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Folinal Tablet 10's with Capecitabine may increase the risk of serious side effects such as bleeding problems, anemia, infections, and nerve damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Folinal Tablet 10's and Capecitabine, you can use these medicines together if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience paleness of skin, diarrhea, severe nausea and vomiting, over-tiredness, dizziness, fainting, blood in the stools, unusual bleeding or bruising, fever, chills, body aches, flu-like symptoms, skin reactions, mouth ulcers or sores, and/or numbness, burning or tingling sensation in the hands and feet, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
Folic acidSulfadiazine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Folinal Tablet 10's:
Sulfadiazine may decrease the blood levels and effects of Folinal Tablet 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Folinal Tablet 10's and Sulfadiazine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor.
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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Food Interactions

  • Eat a healthy diet, especially green leafy vegetables, and do regular physical exercise.

  • Limit junk food items from outside and stick to freshly prepared home-cooked meals.

  • Eat cabbage, spinach, broccoli, asparagus, kale, brussels sprouts, lentils, peas, and beans. Also include beef and yeast extracts, poultry, liver, shellfish, and pork.

  • Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.

  • Avoid consumption of alcohol.

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FAQs

Folinal Tablet used to treat or prevent anaemia (lack of blood) caused by various factors such as deficiency of folic acid, anaemia in pregnancy, anaemia due to damaged red blood cells, anaemia in kidney dialysis patients and anaemia that occurs as a side effect of certain medicines. Folinal Tablet may be used in women before and during pregnancy to prevent spina bifida (abnormality of the spine) in babies.
Folinal Tablet contains Folic acid (a form of vitamin B9) that works by increasing red blood cells (RBC) production in the body that carries oxygen around the body. As a result, an adequate number of RBCs is produced in the body, so that body's each tissue gets a sufficient supply of oxygen.
Folinal Tablet may cause bloating as a mild and temporary side effect. You are advised to eat and drink slowly, eat smaller and more frequent meals, and exercise regularly to avoid bloating. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.
You are not recommended to take Folinal Tablet with phenytoin as co-administration of these two medicines may reduce the levels of Folinal Tablet in blood and increase the risk of seizures (fits). However, if you are supposed to use these medicines together, please consult a doctor so that the dose may be adjusted appropriately to use safely.
Folinal Tablet should be used with caution and in doses as advised by a doctor in dialysis patients or end-stage renal disease (ESRD) or kidney failure. However, it is advised to inform your doctor if you are undergoing dialysis before taking Folinal Tablet .
Folinal Tablet is recommended during pregnancy to maintain correct levels of folic acid and reduce the risk of neural tube defects such as spina bifida (abnormality of the spine) in babies, usually caused due to folic acid deficiency. Folinal Tablet helps in the development of the brain and spinal cord in the unborn baby. However, please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy before using Folinal Tablet .
You are recommended to consult a doctor before taking Folinal Tablet with other vitamins or supplements.
If you miss a dose of Folinal Tablet , do not worry. Take it as soon as you remember. But, if it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your regular dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
Though a balanced diet rich in leafy greens, fortified grains and fruits provides folate, some people may need supplements like Folinal Tablet to meet their daily requirements.
Folinal Tablet may cause mild side effects such as nausea or bloating in some people. However, if these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
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