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About Qfol 5 mg Tablet
Qfol 5 mg 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. Qfol 5 mg 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 Qfol 5 mg 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 Qfol 5 mg 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 Qfol 5 mg 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 Qfol 5 mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Qfol 5 mg Tablet . Qfol 5 mg 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 Qfol 5 mg 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 Qfol 5 mg Tablet .
Uses of Qfol 5 mg Tablet
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Medicinal Benefits
The Qfol 5 mg 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, Qfol 5 mg Tablet may be used to decrease the adverse effects of methotrexate (a drug used to treat severe arthritis, psoriasis, or Crohn’s disease).
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If you are allergic to Qfol 5 mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid taking Qfol 5 mg Tablet if you have cancer. Qfol 5 mg 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 Qfol 5 mg 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 Qfol 5 mg Tablet . You are recommended to maintain a time gap of a minimum of 2 hours between taking Qfol 5 mg 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 Qfol 5 mg Tablet contains lactose.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
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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Alcohol
Unsafe
Avoid consumption of alcohol with Qfol 5 mg Tablet as it may decrease the absorption of Qfol 5 mg Tablet . Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Qfol 5 mg Tablet .
Pregnancy
Consult your doctor
It is safe to be used Qfol 5 mg Tablet in Pregnancy. However, do not use this medicine without first consulting a doctor.
Breast Feeding
Caution
Qfol 5 mg Tablet may be excreted in human milk. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
Safe
Qfol 5 mg Tablet usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
Caution
Take Qfol 5 mg Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Kidney
Caution
Take Qfol 5 mg Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. Inform your doctor if you are undergoing haemodialysis.
Children
Consult your doctor
Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the use of Qfol 5 mg Tablet in children.
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