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Afol Capsule, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of Megaloblastic Anemia, Nutritional Deficiency. The alternative uses of Afol Capsule have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Afol Capsule is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Afol Capsule can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Afol Capsule are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Afol Capsule is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Afol Capsule related warnings talks about Afol Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Afol Capsule is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Afol Capsule are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Afol Capsule may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Afol Capsule, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Afol Capsule is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
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| Geriatric |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult(Male) |
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| Adult(Female) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Afol Capsule is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Afol Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Afol is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Afol Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Afol is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Afol Capsule on the Kidneys?
Afol does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Afol Capsule on the Liver?
Afol is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Afol Capsule on the Heart?
Afol is not harmful for the heart.
Afol Capsule should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Afol Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Afol Capsule habit forming or addictive?
Afol Capsule does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Afol Capsule will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Afol Capsule only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Afol Capsule cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Afol Capsule
Taking Afol Capsule with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Afol Capsule
Information about the interaction of Afol Capsule and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 609-611
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 609-611