Apo-Folic Dosage & Drug Information

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Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Folic acid

Indications/Uses

Megaloblastic anaemia. Prophylaxis of folate deficiency.

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Dosage/Direction for Use

Folate-deficient megaloblastic anaemia Adult Initially 10-20 mg daily for 14 days or until a haematopoeitic response has been obtained. Maintenance: 2.5-10 mg daily. Childn 5-15 mg daily. Prophylaxis of folate deficiency 5 mg daily or wkly may be necessary in chronic haemolytic cases.

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Administration

May be taken with or without food.

Description

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MIMS Class

Vitamins & Minerals (Pre & Post Natal) / Antianemics

ATC Classification

B03BB01 - folic acid ; Belongs to the class of folic acid and derivatives. Used in the treatment of anemia.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Apo-Folic tab 5 mg

Packing/Price

1000's

Apo-Folic

folic acid

Manufacturer:

Apotex

Distributor:

Pharmaforte