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Folgard is a combination of vitamins to provide vitamin B-6, vitamin B-12 and folic acid for people who are not getting enough of these vitamins.
1. How to use Folgard RX
Take Folgard by mouth directly with or without food, usually once daily or as directed by your doctor. If you have an upset stomach, you can take this product with food.
Use Folgard regularly as prescribed by your doctor to get the most benefit from it. To make it easier to remember your dosing schedule, take Folgard at the same time each day. The dose of Folgard is determined based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
2. Side effects
Nausea, upset stomach, diarrhea, drowsiness, flushing, and numbness/tingling may occur when you take Folgard. If any of these side effects persist or become more severe, tell your doctor right away.
Tell your doctor if any of the following occur: Mental/mood changes, unusual weakness.
It is very unlikely that a serious allergic reaction will occur while you are taking this medicine, but seek medical attention immediately if symptoms of a serious allergic reaction occur, including: Rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
Unusual symptoms may appear after you take Folgard, call your doctor right away if you experience this.
3. Precautionary measures
Before taking Folgard, tell your doctor if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which may cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
You need to share your medical history with your doctor, especially if you have: Certain blood disorders (eg: Pernicious anemia, other ischemic disorders).
Folgard may make you drowsy. Using alcohol or marijuana will make you drowsy. Therefore, it is best to limit alcohol consumption while taking this drug.
Folgard should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
Lactating women should consult a doctor before using Folgard.
Hãy thông báo với bác sĩ về tình trạng bệnh sử của bạn trước khi dùng thuốc Folgard
4. Interaction
When changing the dose of medicine, starting or stopping using any medicine, it is necessary to have specific instructions from your doctor.
Folgard should not be used with the following drugs because of the potential for very serious interactions: Altretamine, cisplatin, levodopa (when used without carbidopa).
If you are currently using any of these medicines, tell your doctor before you start taking this medicine.
Before using Folgard, tell your doctor about all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of: folic acid antagonists (e.g. Methotrexate), hydantoin (eg, phenytoin, diphenylhydantoin), pyrimethamine, other vitamin/nutrition supplements.
To avoid possible interactions between Folgard and certain other medicines, tell your doctor about all medicines you are taking.
Call 911 immediately if you experience shortness of breath or fainting after you overdose on Folgard.
Do not share Folgard with others.
Medical tests (eg, complete blood count, homocysteine level) may be done from time to time to monitor your progress.
Remember that it is best to get vitamins and minerals from healthy foods. Maintain a balanced diet and follow any dietary guidelines as directed by your doctor. B vitamins, including folic acid, are found naturally in green vegetables, other vegetables, and citrus fruits. Folic acid is also found in nutrient-dense grains such as breads, pastas, and cereals.
Some other brands of this medicine may also contain ingredients such as vitamin E, para-aminobenzoic acid, or alpha-lipoic acid. Consult your doctor if you have questions about the ingredients in the brand name of the medicine.
Store Folgard at room temperature between 15-30 degrees Celsius, protected from light and moisture. Do not store Folgard in the bathroom.
Dispose of this product appropriately when it has expired or is no longer needed.
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Reference source: webmd.com
