Metafolate Benefits & Uses

Metafolate is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)
Megaloblastic Anemia
Diabetic Neuropathy
Peripheral Neuropathy

Other Benefits

Nutritional Deficiency
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Loss of appetite (Read More - Boost Your Hunger: Effective Tips to Increase Appetite Naturally)
Panic Attack and Disorder
ADHD
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (Read More - Polycystic ovarian syndrome herbal and home remedies)

Metafolate 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: Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Metafolate Side Effects

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

Severe

Blurred vision

Moderate

Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Confusion

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Altered taste
Diarrhoea
पेट दर्द
Loss of appetite
Headache
पेट की गैस
Dyspepsia
Irritability

Common

Stomach Upset
Difficulty urinating
Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)
Rash
Itching or burning
Nervousness
Involuntary movements (picking, lip smacking etc.)

Metafolate Related Warnings

Is the use of Metafolate safe for pregnant women?

Metafolate has little to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Metafolate safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Metafolate as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Moderate
What is the effect of Metafolate on the Kidneys?

Metafolate is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Metafolate on the Liver?

Metafolate is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Metafolate on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Metafolate for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Metafolate with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Diatrizoic Acid

Gatifloxacin

Colchicine

Moderate

Amiloride

Digoxin

Morphine

Quinidine

Ranitidine

Vancomycin

Triamterene

Vitamin C

Chloramphenicol

Metformin

Omeprazole

Ranitidine

Mild

Prednisolone

Metafolate Contraindications

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

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
Anemia
Shock
Heart Failure
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Leber Congenital Amaurosis
Iron Deficiency Anemia
Kidney Disease
Polycythemia Vera
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergy
Megaloblastic Anemia
Pernicious Anemia

Frequently asked Questions about Metafolate

Is this Metafolate habit forming or addictive?

Metafolate is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Metafolate as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Metafolate only as per medical advice.

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

No, the use of Metafolate in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Metafolate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Metafolate

Taking Metafolate with food does not harm your health.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Metafolate

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Metafolate and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

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