Folinext Tablet 30'S

s. FOLINEXT TABLET is not recommended in patients with cancer (unless you have anaemia due to a deficiency of folic acid). FOLINEXT TABLET should be used with caution in patients with Leber's disease: hereditary optic neuropathy (sudden vision loss), folic acid or iron deficiency, hypokalaemia (low levels of potassium), pernicious anemia (preventing the absorption of vitamin B12) or vitamin B12 deficiency, a tumor that depends on folate, an allergy to tartrazine, kidney disease, heart disease having a coronary stent. FOLINEXT TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women. FOLINEXT TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. FOLINEXT TABLET should be used with caution around children. The most common side effects of taking FOLINEXT TABLET are headache, loss of appetite, nausea, stomach ache, vomiting, and diarrhea. Contact your doctor if any of the symptoms get worse. USES OF FOLINEXT TABLET Manage homocysteinemia and promote health and growth HOW FOLINEXT TABLET WORKSFOLINEXT TABLET are water soluble vitamins necessary for various physiological processes in the body, including the synthesis of red blood cells and DNA, the repair of cells and tissues, the metabolism of homocysteine, and the optimal functioning of the cardiovascular, reproductive, immune, and nervous systems. Folic acid used to manage anaemia, a vitamin necessary for the growth and functioning of new cells. Methylcobalamin used to manage peripheral neuropathy and anaemia. Both are essential for the myelin sheath formation. Together used to promote health and growth and manages homocysteinemia due to Vitamin B9 and Vitamin B12 deficiencies. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake FOLINEXT TABLET as advised by your physician. With a glass of water, take the medicine. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Depending on your age, body weight, disease condition, your doctor will fix the correct dose and duration for you. SIDE EFFECTS OF FOLINEXT TABLETCOMMON headache loss of appetite nausea, stomach-ache or vomiting, diarrhoea Stop taking FOLINEXT TABLET and contact your physician immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: serious allergic reaction such as skin rash, hives, itchy, redness, swelling, blisters, or peeling skin with or without a fever, swelling of the face, tongue and throat causing difficulty in breathing, chest tightness, swallowing, or speaking difficulties; unusual hoarseness, shock (cold sweaty skin, weak pulse, dry mouth, dilated pupils) HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTSDiarrheaDrink plenty of water and fruit juice to keep yourself hydrated. Contact your doctor if the diarrhoea did not improve. HeadacheRest and relax. Drink plenty of electrolytes and water. If necessary, apply a balm to the head to relieve the pain. Do not consume alcohol. Contact your doctor if the headache did not improve. Loss Of AppetiteEat when you are hungry. Eat smaller meals more often than usual. Snack only when you're hungry. Consume a healthy, calorie- and protein-rich snack like nuts or dried fruit. Nausea And VomitingTake the medicine, with or just after a meal. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oily or spicy food. If the nausea and vomiting does not improve, consult your doctor. Stomach PainTry to rest and relax. Eat small meals but take frequently. Keep a heat pad on your stomach. Contact your doctor if the stomach pain did not improve. WARNING & PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYUse with CautionFOLINEXT TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women. Contact your doctor before taking FOLINEXT TABLET. BREASTFEEDINGUse with CautionFOLINEXT TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Contact your doctor before taking FOLINEXT TABLET. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse with CautionFOLINEXT TABLET does not affect your ability to drive or operate machines. However, do not drive or operate any machines if your ability to drive or operate machines is affected by this medicine. ALCOHOLConsult your doctorAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking FOLINEXT TABLET. KIDNEYUse with CautionFOLINEXT TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease and in dialysis patients. Contact your doctor before taking FOLINEXT TABLET. ALLERGYContraindicatedDo not take FOLINEXT TABLET if you are allergic to folic acid or methylcobalamin or Intolerance to lactose or other sugars or to other ingredients of this medicine. HEART DISEASEUse with CautionFOLINEXT TABLET should be used with caution in patients with high blood pressure, heart disease (having a coronary stent). Contact your doctor before taking FOLINEXT TABLET. USE IN PEDIATRICSUse with CautionFOLINEXT TABLET should be used with caution in children. Contact your doctor before taking FOLINEXT TABLET. OTHERSFOLINEXT TABLET is not recommended for use if you have: cancer (unless you suffer from folic acid deficiency-related anaemia) an unmanageed vitamin B12 deficiency, which can occur in some anaemias and vegetarians Before taking FOLINEXT TABLET, inform your doctor if you have: Leber's disease is Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (Sudden Vision Loss) folic acid or iron deficiency hypokalaemia (low levels of potassium) pernicious anaemia (preventing the absorption vitamin B12) or vitamin B12 deficiency have a tumour that depends on folate allergic to tartrazine INTERACTIONSA. Drug-Drug interactions: Tell your doctor if you have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription, vitamin supplement or herbal products such as: antibiotics e.g., neomycin, chloramphenicol, (trimethoprim and sulphonamides, sometimes combined as co-trimoxazole) and fusidic acid, (medicines for bacterial infection) phenytoin, phenobarbital, primidone, sodium valproate and carbamazepine (medicine used to control epilepsy, fits) edible clay and antacids containing aluminium or magnesium, used to manage indigestion cholestyramine (medicines used to lower cholesterol levels) aspirin (medicine used to manage or manage blood clots and for pain relief) fluorouracil, methotrexate (medicine used to manage cancer) zinc-containing products like vitamins or dietary supplements sulfasalazine (medicine used for inflammatory bowel disease) proguanil and pyrimethamine (medicines used for malaria) lithium (used to manage mental problems) triamterene (medicine used to manage high blood pressure) colchicine (medicine used to manage gout) oral contraceptives (medicine used to manage pregnancy) metformin (medicine used to manage diabetes) cimetidine, omeprazole, lansoprazole (medicine used to manage heart burn and peptic ulcer) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of FOLINEXT TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose may include bitter taste, loss of appetite, nausea, flatulence, nightmares, agitation, depression, fits. SYNOPSIS Drug : Folic Acid, Methylcobalamin Pharmacological Category : B complex vitamins Therapeutic Indication : Hyperhomocysteinemia Dosage Forms : Tablet MORE INFORMATION Keep FOLINEXT TABLET out of reach from children Store FOLINEXT TABLET below 25°C