Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for FOLCIN 12 INJ and its Constituents
- 6 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 7 Common Side-Effects
- 8 Rare Side-Effects
- 9 Disease Interactions
- 10 Technical Classification
- 11 Available Alternatives for FOLCIN 12 INJ
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Overview
FOLCIN 12 INJ is a Schedule H drug.FOLCIN 12 INJ is composed of: VITAMIN C (150.0 MG), FOLIC ACID (1.5 MG), THIAMINE(VITAMIN B1)2 (1.5 ML), NIACINAMIDE (0.7 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.
This vitamin is used to treat or prevent niacin deficiency.
Usage
FOLIC ACID is generally used to treat: Anemia, Pernicious Anemia, Vitamin B DeficiencyFrequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
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: Check with your Doctor first
How Do I Take It?
FOLCIN 12 INJ is generally taken With Food.Precautions for FOLCIN 12 INJ 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.
Avoid alcohol, hot drinks, or spicy foods when it is time to take niacinamide. Avoid excess dosage.
Symptoms of Overdosage
FOLIC ACID over-dosage can result in: Mouth Pain, Weakness (generalized), Fatigue (tiredness), Confusion, Difficulty ConcentratingCommon Side-Effects
FOLIC ACID : Depression, Nausea, Loss Of Appetite, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Difficulty Sleeping, Restless Or Irritability, Unusual Taste In MouthNIACINAMIDE : Skin Rash, Hives, Wheezing, Chest Discomfort, Difficulty Breathing, Difficulty Swallowing, Hoarse Voice, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Chest Pain, Dizziness, Body Excessive Sweating
Rare Side-Effects
FOLIC ACID : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Fever, Body Discomfort, Wheezing, Shortness Of Breath, Difficulty BreathingDisease Interactions
NIACINAMIDE can interfere with: Ischemic Heart Disease, Heart Arrhythmias, Acute Liver Failure, Alcoholism, Gallbladder Cancer, Syncope, Hypotension, Peptic Ulcer, Diabetes Mellitus, GoutTechnical Classification
FOLIC ACID is categorized as: VITAMINS / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTSNIACINAMIDE is categorized as: VITAMINS / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS
Available Alternatives for FOLCIN 12 INJ
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
FOLCIN 12 INJ | INR 24.1 for 1 ML INJECTION | VITAMIN C 150.0 MG, FOLIC ACID 1.5 MG, THIAMINE(VITAMIN B1)2 1.5 ML, NIACINAMIDE 0.7 MG |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
CB12 INJ | INR 9.8 for 2 ML INJECTION | VITAMIN C 150.0 MG, NIACINAMIDE 12.0 MG, THIAMINE(VITAMIN B1)2 0.25 MG, FOLIC ACID 0.7 MG |
ENERJECT 12 INJ | INR 13.9 for 1 ML INJECTION | THIAMINE(VITAMIN B1)2 2500.0 MCG, VITAMIN C 150.0 MG, NIACINAMIDE 12.0 MG, FOLIC ACID 0.7 MG |