FEFOL-Z CAP

Overview

FEFOL-Z CAP is a Schedule H drug.

FEFOL-Z CAP is composed of: ELEMENTAL IRON (50 MG), ZINC (22.5 MG), FOLIC ACID (0.5 MG)



Folic acid is a type of B vitamin that is normally found in foods such as dried beans, peas, lentils, oranges, whole-wheat products, liver, asparagus, beets, broccoli, brussels sprouts, and spinach.Folic acid helps your body produce and maintain new cells, and also helps prevent changes to DNA that may lead to cancer.As a medication, folic acid is used to treat folic acid deficiency and certain types of anemia (lack of red blood cells) caused by folic acid deficiency.Folic acid is sometimes used in combination with other medications to treat pernicious anemia. It plays a vital role in the formation of red blood cells, which carry oxygen throughout the body. It is also essential in pregnancy due to its role in the development of the unborn baby’s brain and spinal cord.

Usage

FOLIC ACID is generally used to treat: Anemia, Pernicious Anemia, Vitamin B Deficiency

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 4yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies show it as Safe

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Generally considered as Safe

Precautions for FEFOL-Z CAP and its Constituents




  • Folic Acid is used for the treatment of folic acid deficiency.
  • It is also taken before and during pregnancy to decrease the risk of defects in the neural tube, which forms the spinal cord in the baby.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures as you may need a higher dose of the seizure medicines than what you normally take.
  • You should not use this medication if you have ever had an allergic reaction to folic acid.Take folic acid exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.
  • Follow the directions on your prescription label.
  • Take folic acid with a full glass of water.
  • Follow your doctor’s instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages.
  • Caution should be exercised in patients with history of long-term infection, seizure disorder, liver problems and kidney dialysis.

Symptoms of Overdosage

FOLIC ACID over-dosage can result in: Mouth Pain, Weakness (generalized), Fatigue (tiredness), Confusion, Difficulty Concentrating

Common Side-Effects

FOLIC ACID : Depression, Nausea, Loss Of Appetite, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Difficulty Sleeping, Restless Or Irritability, Unusual Taste In Mouth

Rare Side-Effects

FOLIC ACID : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Fever, Body Discomfort, Wheezing, Shortness Of Breath, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

FOLIC ACID can interfere with: Anemia

Technical Classification

FOLIC ACID is categorized as: VITAMINS / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

Once Daily86%
Afternoon6%

What was the Dosage Advised?

1cap100%

Directions with respect to food?

After Food100%

How long was it prescribed?

7 Days31%
10 Days28%
14 Days11%
30 Days8%
5 Days8%
90 Days5%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

18 to 35yrs25%
35 to 50yrs18%
50 to 60yrs12%
60 to 70yrs21%
70yrs and above23%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females39%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Urologist69%
Gynaecologist16%
Cardio Thoracic Surgeon5%
Surgeon2%
Oncologist2%
Physician2%
Cardiologist2%
Neurologist1%
Gastroenterologist1%
General Surgery1%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

PAN D TAB27%
LOOZ SOLN26%
DROTIN-M TAB22%
HIFENAC -P TAB19%
AMIKACIN 750MG INJ16%
LOOZ SYP16%
RANTAC TAB 150MG14%
ZIFI FC-TAB 200MG12%
HIFENAC P TAB12%
ULTRACET TAB10%
AMIKACIN 1000MG INJ10%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

CBC (HEMATOLOGY)21%
RFT (BIOCHEMISTRY)12%

Available Alternatives for FEFOL-Z CAP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

FEFOL-Z CAPINR 118 for 15 CAPSULESELEMENTAL IRON 50 MG, ZINC 22.5 MG, FOLIC ACID 0.5 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

FAA 20MG TABINR 95 for 10 TABLETSELEMENTAL IRON 30 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 15 MCG, ZINC 10 MG, FOLIC ACID 1.5 MG
FECONTIN Z TABINR 128.5 for 10 TABLETSELEMENTAL IRON 100 MG, ZINC 61.8 MG, FOLIC ACID 0.5 MG
FERAIS HB CAPINR 225 for 30 CAPSULESELEMENTAL IRON 100 MG, ZINC 22.5 MG, DOCOSAHEXAENOIC ACID(DHA) 10 MG, FOLIC ACID 1.5 MG
FERINCA TABINR 85 for 10 TABLETSELEMENTAL IRON 60 MG, ZINC 25 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 12 MG, FOLIC ACID 1.5 MG
FERNICA TABINR 85 for 10 TABLETSELEMENTAL IRON 60 MG, ZINC 25 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 12 MG, FOLIC ACID 1.5 MG
FEROLAB XT TABINR 90 for 10 TABLETSELEMENTAL IRON 100 MG, ZINC 22.5 MG, FOLIC ACID 1.5 MG
FEROSE TABINR 112.61 for 15 TABLETSELEMENTAL IRON 30 MG, ZINC 11 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 7.5 MCG, FOLIC ACID 0.5 MG
FEROSE XT TABINR 117.8 for 15 TABLETSMETHYLCOBALAMIN 500 MCG, ELEMENTAL IRON 60 MG, ZINC 15 MG, FOLIC ACID 1 MG
FERPILL F TABINR 273 for 10 TABLETSCHOLECALCIFEROL 400 IU, FOLIC ACID 400 MCG, CHASTEBERRY 200 MG, GREEN TEA 200 MG, L-ARGININE 140 MG, SELENIUM 35 MCG, VITAMIN E 20 IU, ELEMENTAL IRON 18 MG, ZINC 7.5 MG, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 2 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 1.5 MCG
FEXID XT TABINR 126 for 15 TABLETSMETHYLCOBALAMIN 500 MCG, ELEMENTAL IRON 60 MG, ZINC 15 MG, FOLIC ACID 1 MG
FOLIBEST TABINR 76.97 for 15 TABLETSFOLIC ACID , ELEMENTAL IRON , CYANOCOBALAMIN , ZINC
MENOPACE-ISO TABINR 473.5 for 30 TABLETSVITAMIN A 2500 IU, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 600 IU, FOLIC ACID 500 MCG, IODINE 225 MG, MAGNESIUM 100 MG, SELENIUM 100 MCG, SOY ISOFLAVONE 100 MG, SODIUM BORATE 80 MCG, VITAMIN C 75 MG, BIOTIN 30 MCG, PANTOTHENIC ACID 25 MG, PARA-AMINOBENZOIC ACID 25 MG, VITAMIN E 20 MG, NICOTINAMIDE 20 MG, PYRIDOXINE 20 MG, ZINC 15 MG, THIAMINE MONONITRATE 15 MG, ELEMENTAL IRON 12 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 9 MCG, MANGANESE 5 MG, RIBOFLAVIN 3 MG, BORON 2 MG, COPPER 1 MG
OROFER TOTAL XT TABINR 105.75 for 10 TABLETSELEMENTAL IRON 100 MG, ZINC 22.5 MG, METHYLCOBALAMIN 1.55 MG, FOLIC ACID 1.1 MG