folinal 5mg tablet

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Folic Acid (5mg) (Click to see all medicines with same salt)
🏭 Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: May 5, 2026
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📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Folic Acid (5mg)
Manufacturer / BrandAlembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassBLOOD RELATED
Action ClassHaemopoetic agents
Prescription Required✓ Yes (Schedule H Drug)
StorageRoom temperature (15-30°C), away from moisture

💊 What is folinal 5mg tablet used for? (Indications)

Folinal 5mg Tablet is a folic acid replacement product. It is used to treat a type of anemia where you have too few red blood cells because you have too little folic acid in your body. Folic acid is needed to produce the red blood cells that carry oxygen around your body.Folinal 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take it regularly and at the same time each day to get maximum benefits. Take it as a whole, do not break, chew, or crush them. Your doctor will decide the doses you need depending on the severity of your condition. It may help to eat a well-balanced diet that has enough folic acid, iron, vitamins, and minerals.This medicine is generally well tolerated with little or no side effects. However, it may cause abdominal distension, flatulence, nausea, and weight loss.in some people. While on treatment with this medicine, you may need to take blood tests to check your blood cells and iron levels, monitor your progress, and check for side effects.Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any medical conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, asthma or other allergies, high blood pressure, or liver problems. It is not known whether this medicine is safe for use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, take advice from your doctor. It may be advisable to limit alcohol during treatment.

💡 How to Take folinal 5mg tablet (Dosage Instructions)

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

  • ✅ Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor
  • ✅ Do not exceed the recommended dose
  • ✅ Complete the full course of medication
  • ✅ Store at room temperature away from moisture

⚠️ Side Effects of folinal 5mg tablet

Common and serious side effects may include:

  • Abdominal distension
  • Flatulence
  • Nausea
  • Weight loss

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

📖 Patient Counseling & Warnings

  • 🔹 Do not stop suddenly without consulting your doctor
  • 🔹 Inform your doctor about all other medications you're taking
  • 🔹 Avoid alcohol while taking this medication
  • 🔹 If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember
  • 🔹 Seek immediate medical help if you experience severe allergic reactions
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