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Folijon

10 Capsule in 1 Strip

₹ 178.17 ₹187.55 5% OFF Save: ₹9

10 CAPSULE 1 Strip ₹ 178.17 ₹187.55 5% OFF Save: ₹9

Manufactured by: Dr. Johns Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Contains / Salt: Folic Acid Methylcobalamin Docosahexaenoic acid(DHA) Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)

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Folijon Benefits

Folijon is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Anemia in Pregnancy
Vitamin B9 deficiency
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Loss of appetite
Protein Deficiency

Folijon 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

Folijon Side Effects

No side effects of Folijon have been reported in the medical literature. However, you should always consult your doctor before using Folijon.

Folijon Related Warnings

Is the use of Folijon safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Folijon without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Folijon safe during breastfeeding?

Folijon does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Folijon on the Kidneys?

Folijon rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Folijon on the Liver?

Folijon can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Folijon on the Heart?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Folijon on the heart, information on safety of Folijon for the heart is unavailable.

Severe Interaction of Folijon with Other Drugs

Folijon should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Abacavir

Lamivudine

Amlodipine

Valsartan

Calcitonin

Vitamin C

Chloramphenicol

Metformin

Omeprazole

Ranitidine

Diltiazem

Hydralazine

Mild

Estradiol

Conjugated Estrogens

Phenobarbital

Phenytoin

Folijon Contraindications

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

Pernicious Anemia
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy
Leber Congenital Amaurosis
Iron Deficiency Anemia
Kidney Disease
Polycythemia Vera
Drug Allergy
High Blood Pressure
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy
Seizures

Frequently asked Questions about Folijon

Question over 4 years ago

Is Folijon same as that of Iron?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Folijon is a vitamin, whereas, Iron is a mineral. Many multivitamins and prenatal vitamins contain both these substances, as it is alright to take both of these substances together.

Question about 4 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 5 years ago

Is Folijon 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 about 5 years ago

How to use Folijon?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Folijon 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

Why is Folijon recommended during pregnancy?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Folijon is recommended during pregnancy because it is a very essential supplement which prevents the incidences such as neural tube defects in the unborn baby.