Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Folic Acid
Chemical Class
Glutamic Acid
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also cl...
ATC Code
B03BB01, V04CX02
Status
Essential Medicine
What is Arelic?
Uses
Folic acid is a vitamin B9 supplement used to prevent serious birth defects in pregnant women or women who think they may be pregnant, re...
How It Works
Chemical Class
Glutamic Acid
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Hematological Agents pharmacological group
Folic Acid also known as Folacin or Vitamin B9. It is of Synthetic origin and belongs to Glutamic Acid. It belongs to Nutrients and Vitamins pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Hematological Agents pharmacological group. The Molecular Weight of Folic Acid is 441.40. Its pKa is 4.7, 6.8, 9.
How to Take It
1
Adult · IV
3 mg — 24 hourly
For 6 weeks.
2
Adult · IV
200 mcg — 24 hourly
For prophylaxis in pregnancy.
3
Adult · PO
5 mg — 24 hourly
For 4 months, in folate deficient megaloblastic anemia b/c of poor nutrition, pregnancy, or antiepileptics. Maintenance dose is 5mg every 1-7 days depending on underlying disease.
4
Adult · PO,IV,IM
0.25 to 1 mg — 24 hourly
Initial dose, in folate deficient states.
5
Adult · PO,IV,IM
0.4 mg — 24 hourly
Maintenance dose, in folate deficient states.
6
Child · Oral
0.5 mg/kg — 24 hourly
Safety Alerts
You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to folic acid
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have ever had: epilepsy or other seizure disorder cirrhosis or other liver disease kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis) hemolytic anemia pernicious anemia anemia that has not been diagnosed by a doctor and confirmed with laboratory testing a condition that affects how well you absorb nutrients, such as celiac disease or inflammatory bowel disease an infection or alcoholism
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
These conditions may be causing folate deficiency, require additional medications or a higher dose of folic acid, or further laboratory investigation
For example: Folic acid in dosages above 0
Important Warnings
Folic acid is relatively nontoxic in humans but rare instances of an allergic reaction to folic acid have been reported
You should not use this medication if you have ever had an allergic reaction to folic acid
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to folic acid: hives , rash, itching, skin redness, wheezing, difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat
May increase the risk of seizures in some people with epilepsy receiving phenobarbital, primidone, or diphenylhydantoin
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects
You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088
Side Effects
Folic acid side effects are more likely to occur with higher dosages of folic acid (up to 15 mg/day) and include: nausea loss of appetite bloating or gas stomach pain bitter or unpleasant taste in your mouth confusion or trouble concentrating sleep problems mood changessuch as depression or excitement impaired judgment. Low vitamin B12 levels may occur in patients receiving prolonged folic acid therapy.
Drug Interactions
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using folic acid with any other medications
especially: methotrexate nitrofurantoin pyrimethamine tetracycline . False low serum and red cell folate levels may occur with some antibiotics that suppress the growth of Lactobacillus casei . a barbiturate such as phenobarbital or secobarbital seizure medicines such as phenytoin or primidone . The anticonvulsant action of some seizure medications can be antagonized by folic acid and increased dosages of the anticonvulsant may be needed sulfasalazine. May reduce the body's ability to absorb folate. This list is not complete. Other drugs may interact with folic acid
including prescription and over-the-counter medicines
vitamins
and herbal products . Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.
Storage
Inj Store at room temperature. Do not Freeze. Tab Store in a well closed container, Below 40°C. Protect from Sunlight and Heat.
Price Intelligence
Rs 107.22
DRAP approved maximum price · per pack of 100 · approved 23 Jul, 2026
No retail price observed for this pack. Retailers may not exceed the approved maximum.
Prices across sources
DRAPper pack of 100Rs 107.22
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Ordered by lowest price per unit where a pack size is known, then by price. Order is never affected by sponsorship. Not medical advice — confirm any change with your pharmacist or doctor.
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