Tetrafol 1Mg Tablet

Tetrafol 1Mg Tablet is used to manage low plasma or low red blood cells in patients. It is the synthetic form of folate that is added to food substances to make up for folate deficiency. There are many forms of folic acid supplements such as Tetrafol 1Mg Tablet. It is also given to people who suffer from depressive disorder or schizophrenia.

On using this drug you may experience side effects such as rash, hives, swelling of body parts, difficulty in breathing and certain other hypersensitive allergic reactions. Before using this medication you should notify your doctor:

• If you are allergic to it
• If you have epilepsy or any other seizure-related diseases
• If you have a history of B12 deficiency or bipolar disorder or anaemia
• If you are taking any prescription or non-prescription drugs

This drug comes in a tablet form. The dosage should be ideally prescribed by your doctor based on your condition. Usually, the adult dosage for the condition of folic acid deficiency is about 7.5/15 mg to be taken daily by mouth. In case of drug overdose consult a doctor.

It is safe to use the medication during pregnancy. However, have a discussion with your physician if you are breastfeeding a baby. The dosage should be ideally prescribed by your doctor based on your condition. In case of drug overdose, take medical aid.

• Increased Homocysteine In Blood

• Peripheral Neuropathy

• Increased Blood Uric Acid

• Nutritional Deficiencies

• Hypersensitivity

• Agitation

• Irritability

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This drug does not cause any harm to the fetus, but there is no scientific evidence to certify it. Hence, it is best to consult a doctor before consuming it during pregnancy. It is best to be administered orally.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine can be given to the women who are breastfeeding but only after evaluating the benefits and risks with the doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Tetrafol 1Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Thf Tablet

  Omenta Pharma Pvt Ltd

• Fortuite 1Mg Tablet

  Umano Healthcare Pvt Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip missed dose if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

This medication helps in the production of red blood cells thereby resulting in anaemia because of its deficiency. Therefore, oral intake of folate leads to methylation, DNA/RNA synthesis and conversion of homocysteine to methionine.

• Ques : What is Tetrafol 1Mg Tablet?

  Ans : Tetrafol 1 Mg is a supplement form of folic acid. It works by providing the body with folate.

• Ques : What is Tetrafol 1Mg Tablet used for?

  Ans : Tetrafol Tablet is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like managing low red blood cell folate and low plasma in certain patients.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Tetrafol 1Mg Tablet?

  Ans : Side effects include rash, swelling of body parts, hypersensitive allergic reactions and difficulty in breathing.

• Ques : Can Tetrafol 1Mg Tablet be used for acts as medical food and management of low red blood cell folate in certain patients?

  Ans : Yes, Tetrafol Tablet acts as a medical food and helps in the management of low red blood cell folate in certain patients.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Tetrafol 1Mg Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : In most of the cases the average time taken by the medication to reach its peak effect within 3 months and 2 weeks before noticing improvement in the condition.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Tetrafol 1Mg Tablet?

  Ans : This medication is generally used once or twice a day, as the time interval upto which this medication has an impact, is around 12 to 24 hours.

• Ques : Should I use Tetrafol 1Mg Tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : The salts involved in the medication react properly if it is taken after having food. If you take it with an empty stomach, it may cause stomach upset.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Tetrafol 1Mg Tablet?

  Ans : This medication contains salts, which are suitable to store at room temperature and keeping the medication above or below that, can cause an inadequate effect. Protect it from moisture and light.

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