Folvite - 5mg

Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid)

US brands equivalent to Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid)

The equivalent US brands available for Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid) is:

• Folic acid

• Folvite

• FaLessa

• FA- 8

Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid) is easily available via online pharmacy, drugstore, and medical supply store.

What is The Generic Name of Folvite - 5 mg?

Folic acid is the generic name of the Folvite- 5mg, and it is produced by Wyeth India.

About Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid)

Folvite – 5 mg is manufactured by Wyeth in India and is available at all the leading online pharmacies, drugstore, and medical stores. It is one of the leading pharmaceutical brands in India. This drug mainly consists of 5 mg of Folic acid. It is used in treatment and prevention of:

• Certain forms of anaemia

Manufacturer of Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid)

This drug is manufactured by Wyeth India and is available at all the leading online pharmacies, drug stores, and medical stores. It is one of the leading brands in India.

Strength of Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid)

Folvite - 5 mg contains Folic acid as the active medicinal ingredient.

It should be noted that this medicine is available in varying strengths.

Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid) is used for the treatment and prevention of:

• Certain forms of anaemia

How Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid) works?

Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid)  improves the symptoms and condition of the patient by

1. It is the man-made form of folate- B vitamin which is needed to produce healthy cells especially red blood cells.

2. The medicine supplies an adequate amount of folate which is used by RBCs, and thus anaemia is treated.

Before You Use a Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid)

      You should be sure that:

1. You are not allergic to it.

2. It is not affecting the medicines you are taking with it or not interacting with those.

What Should I Avoid While Taking Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid)?

Avoid antacid medicines while taking folvite- 5mg.

When not to use Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid)?

One should avoid using Folvite – 5mg

1. If one is suffering from an allergy

2. If one is consuming alcohol

3. If one is taking methotrexate tablets for cancer

Tell your doctor if

• You are allergic to this drug

• You are taking any other medication for any disease or disorder.

Dosage of Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid)

This is available in varying strengths and at different doses.

Consult a doctor for the appropriate dose.

How much of Folvite – 5 mg to be taken?

Generally, it must be in the range which is suitable according to the person’s health. It is available in the form of tablets.

How to take Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid)?

• One should wash and dry his/her hands properly before taking this medicine.

• Apply only as much as needed or prescribed by the doctor.

• One should take this medicine as long as directed by the physician.

• Swallow it as a whole.

For how long shall I take Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid)

Take Folvite- 5mg drug for the duration recommended by your physician.

Overdose Of Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid)

An overdose of Folvite- 5mg may exhibit symptoms of diarrhoea, abdominal cramps, rashes, sleep disturbances etc. In case of an overdose consult your physician immediately.

Missed dose of Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid)

Take the missed dose as soon as you recall it. If it is nearly close to the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses. 

Side effects of Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid)

The side effects of this drug are as follows:

• Stomach discomfort and pain

• Fever

• Weakness

• Itching

• Difficulty in breathing

Drug Interactions with Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid)

If you are taking some drugs or other over the counter medicines, these may interfere with the therapeutic effect of this drug. Some of the drugs that are known to interact with Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid)  are as follows:

• Capecitabine

• Alcohol

• Phenytoin

• Phenobarbital

• Fluorouracil

You must inform the doctor about all the medications you are already taking and always follow the instructions.

Contraindications for Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid)

• Allergy to the drug

• Alcohol

Warning and Precautions for Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid)

1. Avoid exposure to sunlight.

2. If irritation or allergies persist, stop the application of medicine and consult a doctor.

3. Keep in proper condition and out of reach of children.

Things to remember For Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid)

1. Read the medicine packet thoroughly

2. Tell the doctor about your medical history.

3. Follow the instructions as told by the doctor.

4. Know before use that how to store the medicine at room temperature in a clean and dry place.

Indications and Use for Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid)

The drug  Folvite - 5 mg  is indicated for use in

• Folic acid deficiency anaemia

• Prevention of neural tube defects

Dose and Administration for Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid)

Folvite - 5 mg tablets can be administered with water. The drug must be taken at least 2 hr before or after the meals.

Recommended Dose for Folvite - 5 mg (Folic Acid)

Take the dose as prescribed by your physician.