Description

Essential Folic Acid 5mg is a dietary supplement that provides folic acid, essential for various bodily functions, including fetal development during pregnancy.

Prescription

• Over-the-counter (OTC)

Dosage

•  Adults: 1 tablet/capsule per day, or as directed.
•  Pregnant women: 1-2 tablets/capsules per day, or as directed.

Therapeutic Category

• Dietary supplement, Vitamin supplement

Active Ingredients/Composition

• Folic acid 5mg

Variant

• Essential Folic Acid 1mg, Essential Folic Acid 10mg

Consume Type

• Oral administration (tablets or capsules)

Directions/Usage

•  Take with a full glass of water.
•  Take with meals to enhance absorption.

Common Side Effects

•  Nausea
•  Vomiting
•  Diarrhea
•  Abdominal cramps
•  Allergic reactions (rare)

Package Type

• Bottles of 30, 60, or 100 tablets/capsules

Storage Advice

•  Store at room temperature (15-30°C/59-86°F).
•  Protect from direct sunlight and heat sources.

Safety Advice

•  Use as directed.
•  Consult healthcare professional before use in patients with kidney disease or epilepsy.

Product Substitutes

•  Other folic acid supplements (e.g., Folic Acid 1mg, Folic Acid 10mg)
•  Multivitamins containing folic acid

Manufacturer/Marketer

•  Name: Various manufacturers (e.g., Nature’s Bounty, Garden of Life)
•  Reputation: Reputable dietary supplement companies

Country of Origin

•  USA, UK, Australia