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Overview
SNIRON XT TAB is a Schedule H drug.SNIRON XT TAB is composed of: ELEMENTAL IRON (100 MG), ELEMENTAL ZINC (22.5 MG), FOLIC ACID (1.5 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 DeficiencyFrequently 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
- 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 ConcentratingCommon Side-Effects
FOLIC ACID : Depression, Nausea, Loss Of Appetite, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Difficulty Sleeping, Restless Or Irritability, Unusual Taste In MouthRare Side-Effects
FOLIC ACID : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Fever, Body Discomfort, Wheezing, Shortness Of Breath, Difficulty BreathingDisease Interactions
FOLIC ACID can interfere with: AnemiaTechnical Classification
FOLIC ACID is categorized as: VITAMINS / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTSAvailable Alternatives
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
SNIRON XT TAB | ELEMENTAL IRON 100 MG, ELEMENTAL ZINC 22.5 MG, FOLIC ACID 1.5 MG |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
ANOFER CAP | INR 64 for 10 CAPSULES | VITAMIN A 5000 IU, IODINE 150 MCG, ELEMENTAL IRON 120 MG, VITAMIN C 75 MCG, DOCUSATE 50 MG, NIACINAMIDE 45 MG, ELEMENTAL ZINC 25 MG, TOCOFEROL 25 IU, CYANOCOBALAMIN 12 MCG, RIBOFLAVIN 5 MG, THIAMINE MONONITRATE 4.5 MG, PYRIDOXINE 3 MG, ELEMENTAL COPPER 2 MG, FOLIC ACID 1.5 MG |
ANOFER SP TAB | INR 44.3 for 10 TABLETS | ELEMENTAL IRON 120 MG, ELEMENTAL ZINC 25 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 12 MCG, FOLIC ACID 1.5 MG |
BECOZINC G CAP | INR 80 for 10CAPSULES | VITAMIN A 1600 IU, VITAMIN D3 200 IU, VITAMIN K 55 MCG, FOLIC ACID 50 MCG, BIOTIN 30 MCG, CHOLINE 25 MG, VITAMIN C 25 MCG, METHIONINE 22 MG, L-GLUTAMIC ACID 20 MG, L-LYSINE 19.6 MG, NIACINAMIDE 15 MG, ELEMENTAL ZINC 11 MG, ELEMENTAL IRON 10 MG, VITAMIN E 10 IU, LEVOCARNITINE 5 MG, ELEMENTAL COPPER 2 MG, THIAMINE 1 MG, RIBOFLAVIN 1 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 0.5 MCG, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 0.5 MG |
BESTIRON SYP | INR 120 for 150ML LIQUID | FOLIC ACID 75 MCG/ML, ELEMENTAL IRON 15 MG, BETA-CAROTENE 10 MG, ELEMENTAL ZINC 5.5 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 3.75 MCG |
BIOTEE PLUS TAB | INR 99 for 10 TABLETS | FOLIC ACID 400 MCG, PANTOTHENIC ACID 100 MG, ACETYL CYSTEINE 50 MG, ELEMENTAL IRON 25 MG, ELEMENTAL ZINC 20 MG, BIOTIN 10 MG |
CURLZGLOW TAB | INR 150 for 10TABLETS | COLLAGEN PEPTIDE 175 MG, ELEMENTAL SELENIUM 65 MCG, PANTOTHENIC ACID 50 MG, DL-METHIONINE 40 MG, ELEMENTAL ZINC 25 MG, BIOTIN 10 MG, ELEMENTAL IRON 8 MG, FOLIC ACID 5 MG, ELEMENTAL COPPER 2 MG, ELEMENTAL MANGANESE 1.4 MG |
RADIANCE H CAP | INR 276 for 15 CAPSULES | COLLAGEN PEPTIDE 175 MG, PANTOTHENIC ACID 25 MG, CHOLINE 10 MG, BIOTIN 10 MG, ELEMENTAL ZINC 7.5 MG, ELEMENTAL IRON 7.5 MG, FOLIC ACID 5 MG, ELEMENTAL SILICON 2 MG, ELEMENTAL COPPER 2 MG, ELEMENTAL SELENIUM 0.05 MG |