Folsid Tablets (Folic Acid)

Adult dose

[Tablets] Treatment of folic acid deficiency and deficiencies caused by other medications Adults and children over 24 months: Take 0.25 to 1 mg of folic acid daily. For the prevention of folic acid deficiency and various conditions with increased folic acid demands: Adults and children over 24 months: Take 0.1 to 0.25 mg of this medication daily. [Capsules] Treatment of folic acid deficiency and deficiencies caused by other medications Adults: Take 1 mg of folic acid daily.

Child dose

[Tablets] Children over 24 months: Take 0.25 to 1 mg of folic acid daily. For the prevention of folic acid deficiency and various diseases with increased demand for folic acid.

This medication should not be taken by individuals with an allergy to this drug or any of its ingredients. Individuals with pernicious anemia or macrocytic anemia due to vitamin B12 deficiency should also avoid this medication. Additionally, this medication contains lactose, so patients with hereditary lactose intolerance should not take it. Consultation with a doctor, dentist, or pharmacist may be necessary before taking this medication. For example, patients currently undergoing other treatments should discuss with a healthcare professional. Patients with pernicious anemia will not achieve relief from neurological symptoms with this drug alone, so they must take vitamin B12 supplements, and caution is required if the diagnosis is uncertain. Also, certain patients taking specific drugs should consult a healthcare professional as interactions may occur with this medication. For instance, this includes patients taking aminosalicylic acid, oral contraceptives, or medications like methotrexate or trimethoprim. Patients taking anticonvulsants like phenytoin should be cautious, as this medication may lower the blood concentration of phenytoin, potentially increasing the frequency of seizures. If taking sulfasalazine or cholestyramine, absorption of this medication may be impaired. If allergic symptoms such as skin rash, itching, or difficulty breathing occur while taking this medication, discontinue immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Additionally, if symptoms like loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, swelling, or weight loss occur, stop taking the drug and consult a doctor. High doses may cause central nervous system symptoms such as gastrointestinal disturbances, changes in sleep, difficulty concentrating, irritability, excitability, depression, confusion, and impaired judgment, so caution is required. This medication must be used according to the specified dosage and administration, and supervision is needed when administering it to children. If symptoms do not improve or worsen after taking this medication for about a month, consult with a doctor or pharmacist. Store this medication out of reach of children, away from direct sunlight, in a cool, dry, and sealed place. To maintain quality, do not transfer it to another container and avoid misuse or abuse.

Serious side effects

Difficulty breathing → Severe allergic reaction

Mild side effects

• Erythema
• skin rash
• itching
• loss of appetite
• nausea
• vomiting
• swelling
• weight loss
• gastrointestinal disturbances
• changes in sleep

Drug interactions

This medication should be consulted with a doctor or pharmacist when taken in conjunction with aminosalicylic acid, oral contraceptives, dihydrofolate reductase inhibitors (methotrexate, trimethoprim, etc.), phenytoin-like anticonvulsants, sulfasalazine, or cholestyramine.

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent exposure to air or light, and it is advisable to keep it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will help maintain the drug's effectiveness and prevent degradation.

Appearance

Yellow round tablets

Package unit

30 T/PTP, 60 T/PTP, 120 T/PTP, 1000 T/bottle