Folacin-800 [OTC]
Related terms
Brand Names: U.S.:
Folacin-800 [OTC]
Brand Names: Canada:
Apo-Folic?
Uses
- It is used to treat anemia.
- It is used to help growth and good health.
- It is used to make healthy blood.
- This vitamin is used to aid the diet needs of a pregnant woman or one trying to get pregnant.
- Folic acid is a diet aid that helps the body make healthy red blood cells.
- It stops some types of birth defects.
Dosing
How to take
- All products:
- To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses.
- Oral:
- Take with or without food. Take with food if it causes an upset stomach.
- There is a liquid (solution) if you cannot swallow pills. Shake well before use.
- Those who have feeding tubes may also use the liquid. Flush the feeding tube before and after this drug is given.
- Shot:
- It is given as a shot into a muscle, under the skin, or into a vein.
- Your doctor will teach you how to give the shot.
- Wash your hands before and after use.
- Throw away needles in a needle/sharp disposal box and take the box back to your doctor when it is full.
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