Afol Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Afol Injection Information

Afol Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Megaloblastic Anemia, Nutritional Deficiency. The alternative uses of Afol Injection have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Afol Injection. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Afol Injection as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Afol Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Afol Injection has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Afol Injection related warnings talks about Afol Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Afol Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Afol Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Afol Injection have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Afol Injection is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Afol Benefits & Uses
Afol Dosage & How to Take
Afol Side Effects
Afol Related Warnings
Afol Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Afol
Afol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Afol Injection Benefits & Uses

Afol Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Afol Injection Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Megaloblastic Anemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given until a satisfactory hematologic response occurs
Geriatric	Disease: Megaloblastic Anemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given until a satisfactory hematologic response occurs
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Megaloblastic Anemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given until a satisfactory hematologic response occurs
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Megaloblastic Anemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given until a satisfactory hematologic response occurs
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Megaloblastic Anemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given until a satisfactory hematologic response occurs

Afol Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Afol Injection is used -

Severe

Anaphylactic reaction
Bronchospasm

Moderate

Confusion
Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)
Erythema

Mild

Rash
Skin redness
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Diarrhoea

Afol Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Afol Injection safe for pregnant women?

Afol is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Afol Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Afol does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Afol Injection on the Kidneys?

Afol is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Afol Injection on the Liver?

Using Afol does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Afol Injection on the Heart?

Afol is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Afol Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Afol Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Pernicious Anemia
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Afol Injection

Is this Afol Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Afol Injection has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Afol Injection does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Afol Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Afol Injection for mental disorders.

No

Afol Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Afol Injection

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Afol Injection to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Afol Injection

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Afol Injection.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Afol Injection

Question almost 6 years ago

How to use Afol?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Afol deficiency can be treated by taking 250 micrograms to 1 milligram of the drug. For pregnant women, the recommended dosage is 400 micrograms per day from supplements or fortified food. You are urged to follow doctors instructions as the recommended dosage is always suggested by a physician after analyzing the deficiency in the body with the help of current blood reports.

Question about 5 years ago

What is anencephaly?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Anencephaly is a serious birth defect which occurs when a baby is born without some parts of the skull and brain. It is also known as a neural tube defect.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Afol cause stomach problems ?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Long-term oral use of Folic acid can be unsafe as it can cause stomach upset, gas, abdominal cramps, and diarrhea.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Afol safe to use?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Folic acid can be safely taken through the oral route or through an injection. The drug is safe when taken in doses less than 1000 micrograms per day.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Afol?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Afol can be safely taken through the oral route or injectible. The drug is safe when taken in doses less than 1000 micrograms per day. You are advised to take Afol as per your doctor's instructions. Do not take it in more than the prescribed doses.