Folic Acid

Folic Acid 400 mcg Tablets – 90 Tablets Pregnancy Aid support (Brand May Vary)

£2.20

Folic Acid tablets serve as a daily folic acid supplement that assists in providing essential support during the initial stages of pregnancy. These tablets deliver your daily folic acid requirement, ensuring you’re taking every step necessary to promote the healthy development of your growing child.

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What Folic Acid 400 microgram Tablets are and what they are used for?

Folic Acid is a member of the vitamin B group. It is essential for good health. Folic acid is required for the manufacture of nucleic acids (such as DNA), the genetic material of cells. It is
vital for the development and proper function of the central nervous system.
Folic acid 400 microgram tablets are indicated for the prevention of first time neural tube defects in the foetus. The neural tube is part of the nervous system and is located within the spine. Neural tube defects cause stillbirth, neonatal death and severe disabilities such as Spina Bifida. It is for use by women who are planning a pregnancy. Studies have shown that over 70% of first time neural tube defects such as Spina Bifida can be prevented by taking folic acid (0.4mg) daily.

Can I take Other medicines if I am taking Folic Acid 400 microgram Tablets?

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines. In particular, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following:

  • Anti-epileptics (medicines used to treat epilepsy and fits) such as phenytoin, phenobarbital or primidone. Your doctor may need to change the amount of ant-epileptic medicine you are taking, because folic acid tablets may reduce the effect of these medicines.
  • Antibacterials (used to treat infections) e.g. chloramphenicol and co-trimoxazole.
  • Sulfasalazine, an anti-inflammatory drug used for the treatment of arthritis or inflammatory bowel disease, including ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease.
  • Methotrexate, a disease modifying anti-rheumatic drug used to treat severe active rheumatoid arthritis, severe psoriasis and certain types of cancer.

Folic Acid 400 microgram Tablets with food or drink: The tablets should be swallowed with water.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding:  Folic acid is indicated for use during pregnancy and lactation. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.

Driving and using machines:  There is no information on the effects of Folic Acid 400 microgram Tablets on the ability to drive or use machines. However, no negative effect is anticipated. Folic Acid 400 microgram Tablets contain lactose. If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this .

How to take Folic Acid 400 microgram Tablets?

Always take this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
The recommended dose is
Adult females:  Women planning a pregnancy should take one tablet (0.4 mg) daily. You should begin taking this
product at least 14 weeks before you become pregnant and continue taking it for at least the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. The tablets should be swallowed with water.
If you take more Folic Acid 400 microgram Tablets than you should: If you take too many tablets you should contact your doctor. However, large doses of folic acid are unlikely to cause harm.
If you forget to take Folic Acid 400 microgram Tablets: If you forget to take your dose of Folic Acid 400 microgram Tablets take it as soon as you remember. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

 

 

What Folic Acid 400 microgram Tablets contain?

The active substance is Folic Acid. The other ingredients are lactose monohydrate, maize starch, pregelatinised maize starch (Starch 1500) and magnesium stearate.

If you have an allergic reaction to Folic Acid 400 microgram Tablets see a doctor straight away
An allergic reaction may include:

  • Any kind of skin rash, flaking skin, boils or sore lips and mouth
  • Sudden wheezing, fluttering or tightness of the chest or collapse.
  • Tell your doctor if you get any of these side effects:
    • Feeling sick (nausea)
    • Being sick (vomiting)
    • Upset stomach

Severe allergic reaction (anaphylactic reaction): frequency not known

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