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Folmet NM Tablet

Folmet NM Tablet

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  1. Folmet Benefits & Uses
  2. Folmet Dosage & How to Take
  3. Folmet Side Effects
  4. Folmet Related Warnings
  5. Severe Interaction of Folmet with Other Drugs
  6. Folmet Contraindications
  7. Frequently asked Questions about Folmet
  8. Folmet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Folmet NM Tablet Benefits & Uses

Folmet NM Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Folmet NM Tablet 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: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: taken until a satisfactory hematologic response occurs
Geriatric
  • Disease: Megaloblastic Anemia
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: taken until a satisfactory hematologic response occurs
Infant (1 month to 2 years)
  • Disease: Megaloblastic Anemia
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 15 mcg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: taken until a satisfactory hematologic response occurs
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Megaloblastic Anemia
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: taken until a satisfactory hematologic response occurs
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Megaloblastic Anemia
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: taken until a satisfactory hematologic response occurs
Adult(Male)
  • Disease: Nutritional Deficiency
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.4 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)
  • Disease: Nutritional Deficiency
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.6 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: For pregnant women

Folmet NM Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Folmet NM Tablet is used -

Severe

  • Anaphylactic reaction
  • Bronchospasm

Moderate

  • Confusion
  • Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
  • Depression
  • Erythema

Mild

Folmet NM Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Folmet NM Tablet safe for pregnant women?


    Safe

  • Is the use of Folmet NM Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


    Safe

  • What is the effect of Folmet NM Tablet on the Kidneys?


    Safe

  • What is the effect of Folmet NM Tablet on the Liver?


    Safe

  • What is the effect of Folmet NM Tablet on the Heart?


    Safe

Severe Interaction of Folmet NM Tablet with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

AbacavirLamivudineAmlodipineValsartanCalcitonin

Mild

Estradiol

Folmet NM Tablet Contraindications

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

  • Pernicious Anemia
  • Kidney Disease
  • Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Folmet NM Tablet

  • Is this Folmet NM Tablet habit forming or addictive?


    No

  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Safe

  • Is it safe?


    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise

  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No

Folmet NM Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Folmet NM Tablet


    Mild

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Folmet NM Tablet


    Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Folmet NM Tablet

Question almost 3 years ago

Does the Folmet cause any allergic reactions?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

In rare instances, severe allergic reaction to Folmet has been reported such as hives, breathlessness, and difficulty in swallowing.

Question over 3 years ago

Does taking Folmet help to prevent spina bifida?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Spina bifida is a neural tube defect that occurs when the baby's spine and spinal cord do not develop properly. If the baby has this condition then the neural tube doesn't close properly because of which the backbone doesn't form completely. According to research taking Folmet helps in the prevention of Spina bifida in the unborn fetus.

Question over 3 years ago

What is Folmet?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Folmet is a brand name of folic acid which is a water-soluble form of vitamin B9. The natural form is known as folate while folic acid is the synthetic form. It is a prescription drug which is given for the treatment of folic acid deficiency. It is also given in pregnancy to prevent birth defects (neural tube defects) in the fetus.

Question about 3 years ago

Can too much Folmet cause any unpleasant effects ?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Long-term use of Folmet in doses 800 to 1200 micrograms can increase the risk of heart diseases, lung, and prostate cancer.

Question almost 3 years ago

Is Folmet same as that of Iron?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Folmet 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.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
4 Years of Experience

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