Folic Acid
= Prescription Required 
= Generic Equvalent
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Folic Acid 1mg Tablets
Manufactured by Pharmetics Inc.
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Folic Acid 1mg Tablets
Manufactured by West-Ward Pharmaceutical
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Folic Acid Prescription Drug Information
Folic Acid (By mouth)
Folic Acid (FOE-lik AS-id)
Treats certain types of anemia (not enough red blood cells). Is also given as a supplement to women who are pregnant or planning on getting pregnant. Folic acid is a B vitamin.
Brand Name(s):ViloFane-Dp 7.5, Folacin-800, PharmAssure Folic Acid, Family Pharmacy Folic Acid, Rite Aid Folic Acid, Nature's Blend Folic Acid, FA-8
There may be other brand names for Folic Acid.
When Folic Acid Should Not Be Used:
You should not use Folic Acid if you have ever had an allergic reaction to folic acid.
How to Use Folic Acid:
Capsule, Tablet
- Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often.
- Keep taking Folic Acid for as long as your doctor tells you to, even if you feel better.
If a dose of Folic Acid is missed:
- Take the missed dose as soon as possible.
- If it is almost time for your next regular dose, wait until then to take your medicine and skip the missed dose.
- You should not use two doses at the same time.
How to Store and Dispose of Folic Acid:
- Store at room temperature. Protect from heat, direct light, and moisture.
- Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
- Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid While Taking Folic Acid:
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking Dilantin®.
- If you are taking Questran® or Colestid®, take your folic acid dose 1 hour before or at least 4 hours after the other medicine.
- Your doctor may ask you to eat more foods that contain folic acid. Good sources of folic acid are fruits, green leafy vegetables, liver, kidney, and breads made with dried yeast.
Warnings While Using Folic Acid:
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, tell your doctor. It is very important during this time to take the correct vitamins in the right amounts.
Possible Side Effects While Using Folic Acid:
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Skin rash, itching, and redness
If you notice these less serious side effects while taking Folic Acid, talk with your doctor:
- Nausea, bloating, gas
- Bitter taste in the mouth
- Irritability
- Trouble sleeping
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by Folic Acid, tell your doctor.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088
