Folsafe D Capsule 10'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Docosahexaenoic Acid 200 mg+L-Methylfolate 1 mg+Methylcobalamin 1500 mcg+Pyridoxine 0.5 mg
Manufacturer
Zydus Healthcare Ltd
Variant
10 Capsule(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT FOLSAFE D CAPSULEFOLSAFE D CAPSULE is a combination of Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA), L Methylfolate, Methylcobalamin, and Pyridoxal 5 Phosphate which belongs to the group of medicines called Omega 3 Fatty Acids, and Vitamins, respectively. It is used to manage spontaneous miscarriage, recurrent abortion, intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), pre-eclampsia (potentially dangerous pregnancy complication), placental abruption (complete/partial separation of placenta), and pre-term labour in pregnant women. FOLSAFE D CAPSULE is not recommended for use in patients allergic to L Methylfolate, Methylcobalamin, Pyridoxal 5 Phosphate, and/or any other ingredients of this medicine. Before taking FOLSAFE D CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you have vitamin B12 deficiency, kidney diseases (such as renal failure), and/or liver diseases (such as hepatic impairment). FOLSAFE D CAPSULE should be used with caution during pregnancy and in breastfeeding women. It is also advised to be used with caution in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years) and in elderly patients (aged above 70 years) after consulting your doctor. The most common
Uses
OF FOLSAFE D CAPSULE It is used to manage spontaneous miscarriage, recurrent abortion, intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), pre-eclampsia, placental abruption, and pre-term labour in pregnant women
How It Works
FOLSAFE D CAPSULE helps to manage spontaneous miscarriage, recurrent abortion, intrauterine growth restriction, and pre-term labour, where docosahexaenoic acid works by optimizing brain and retinal maturation in the developing foetus and manages preterm birth during pregnancy, methylcarbylamine works by managing cardiac diseases and aids in maintaining proper size of the baby (during pregnancy) by lowering homocysteine (an amino acid which on excess production leads to cardiovascular disease), Pyridoxal 5 Phosphate works by managing cardio-vascular malformations in the developing baby, and L Methylfolate works by aiding in the growth of the baby by acting as a co-factor in the inactivation of bone damaging amino acids thus managing the occurrence of intrauterine growth restriction during pregnancy.
Directions for Use
Take FOLSAFE D CAPSULE as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with the glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking FOLSAFE D CAPSULE are fever, itching, rash, tingling/numbness sensation in joint, shortness of breath, and/or rapid weight gain. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsens. USES OF FOLSAFE D CAPSULE It is used to manage spontaneous miscarriage, recurrent abortion, intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), pre-eclampsia, placental abruption, and pre-term labour in pregnant women HOW FOLSAFE D CAPSULE WORKSFOLSAFE D CAPSULE helps to manage spontaneous miscarriage, recurrent abortion, intrauterine growth restriction, and pre-term labour, where docosahexaenoic acid works by optimizing brain and retinal maturation in the developing foetus and manages preterm birth during pregnancy, methylcarbylamine works by managing cardiac diseases and aids in maintaining proper size of the baby (during pregnancy) by lowering homocysteine (an amino acid which on excess production leads to cardiovascular disease), Pyridoxal 5 Phosphate works by managing cardio-vascular malformations in the developing baby, and L Methylfolate works by aiding in the growth of the baby by acting as a co-factor in the inactivation of bone damaging amino acids thus managing the occurrence of intrauterine growth restriction during pregnancy. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake FOLSAFE D CAPSULE as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with the glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF FOLSAFE D CAPSULECOMMON fever itching rash tingling/numbness sensation in joint shortness of breath rapid weight gain signs of polycythaemia (increased number of red blood cells in body) such as headache, blurred vision, tiredness signs of hypokalaemia (low potassium level in blood) such as constipation, heart palpitations, extreme tiredness UNCOMMON indigestion diarrhoea nausea belching unpleasant taste RAREStop taking FOLSAFE D CAPSULE and contact your doctor if you experience any of the following side effects: increased risks of bleeding
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYUse with CautionFOLSAFE D CAPSULE should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult and inform your doctor before taking the medicine. BREASTFEEDINGUse with CautionFOLSAFE D CAPSULE should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse with CautionDo not drive or operate machines if FOLSAFE D CAPSULE affects your ability to drive or operate machines. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. ALCOHOLConsult your doctorAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking FOLSAFE D CAPSULE as it may decrease the effect of the medicine. KIDNEYUse with CautionFOLSAFE D CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems such as renal failure. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. LIVERUse with CautionFOLSAFE D CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases such as liver impairment. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. ALLERGYContraindicatedFOLSAFE D CAPSULE is not recommended for use if you are allergic to L Methylfolate, Methylcobalamin, Pyridoxal 5 Phosphate, or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. OTHERSBefore taking FOLSAFE D CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you: have vitamin B12 deficiency Use in Paediatrics FOLSAFE D CAPSULE should be used with caution in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. Use in Geriatrics FOLSAFE D CAPSULE should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 60 years). Consult your doctor before taking.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug Interactions Before taking FOLSAFE D CAPSULE, inform your doctor, if you are taking any of the following medicine: anticonvulsants (medicines used to manage convulsions) Ex. carbamazepine, fosphenytoin, phenytoin, phenobarbital, primidone, valproic acid, valproate, lamotrigine, diavalproex sodium, topiramate, gabapentin, pregabalin, levetiracetam, tiagabine, zonisamide medicines used to manage parasitic infections (Ex. pyrimethamine) levodopa (medicine used to manage brain disorders) antibiotics (medicines used to manage bacterial infections) Ex. penicillin, amoxycillin, trimethoprim cholestyramine, colchicines, colestipol (medicines used to lower blood cholesterol levels) metformin (medicine used to control blood sugar levels) para-aminosalicylic acid (medicine used to manage tuberculosis) potassium chloride (medicine used to manage low potassium levels) nitrous oxide (medicine used for general anaesthesia, procedural sedation) methotrexate (medicine used to manage cancer) sulfasalazine (medicine used to manage inflammation) methylprednisone (medicine used to manage pain and swelling) NSAIDs (medicines used to manage pain, inflammation, and fever) Ex. ibuprofen pancreatic enzymes (medicines used to manage malabsorption syndrome due pancreatic problems) Ex. pancrelipase, pancratin triamterene (medicine used to manage high blood pressure) warfarin (medicine used to delay blood clotting) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of FOLSAFE D CAPSULE, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Docosahexaenoic Acid(DHA), L Methylfolate, Methylcobalamin, and Pyridoxal 5 Phosphate Pharmacological Category : Omega 3 Fatty Acids, and Vitamins Therapeutic Indication : Prevent spontaneous miscarriage, recurrent abortions, intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), pre-eclampsia, placental abruption, or pre-term labour Dosage Forms : Capsule MORE INFORMATION Keep the medicine out of reach in children Store FOLSAFE D CAPSULE at room temperature
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Last Updated
30 Jan 2023