Folic Z Tablet

✔️ Uses of Folic Z Tablet

• To Treat and Prevent Folic acid and Zinc Deficiency
• Megaloblastic Anemia
• Supplementation during pregnancy

✔️ Key Composition

• Elemental Zinc
• Folic Acid

✔️ Side Effects of Folic Z Tablet

This tablet is well tolerated. Sometimes  

• Gastrointestinal disturbance
• Weakness and general discomfort
• Itching or rash
• Difficulty in breathing
• Stomach discomfort and pain
• Fever and respiratory distress may occur.

✔️ Quick Suggestions:

• Incorporate folate-rich foods & Include zinc-rich sources into your diet.
• Maintain a regular exercise routine and follow a healthy lifestyle, which includes avoiding excessive consumption of fatty foods.
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding before taking Folic Z Tablet.
• Inform your doctor about all the medications you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medications, as well as herbal supplements.
• Zinc sulfate in Folic Acid+Zinc Sulfate may decrease the absorption of antibiotics, potentially reducing their effectiveness. It is advised to maintain at least a one-hour gap between Folic Acid+Zinc Sulfate and other antibiotics.
• Clinical monitoring of zinc levels through blood examinations is recommended.

✔️ Indication of Folic Z Tablet

Folic Z Tablet includes 55 milligrams of zinc sulfate monohydrate, which delivers 20 milligrams of elemental zinc, as well as 5 milligrams of folic acid. Folic Z Tablet has two substances that augment the dietary needs for the two nutrients. Zinc increases metabolism and helps to enhance immunity against illnesses. Folic acid aids in the prevention or treatment of megaloblastic anemia, as well as the prevention of neural tube abnormalities in babies. Folic Z Tablet is a dietary supplement that treats zinc and folic acid deficiencies. 
Folic Z Tablet is beneficial to pregnant women, those suffering from epilepsy, and those suffering from anemia caused by folic acid deficiency.

✔️ Pharmacology

Folic Acid:

• Required for the synthesis of nucleoproteins (DNA and RNA) and the maintenance of normal erythropoiesis (formation of red blood cells).
• Folic acid is converted into its active form, tetrahydrofolic acid, by an enzyme called dihydrofolate reductase, which occurs in the liver and plasma.
• It is essential in preventing neural tube defects in women of childbearing age. Higher doses of folic acid may be required during pregnancy.
• Folic acid supplementation is often recommended before and during pregnancy to reduce the risk of birth defects, particularly those affecting the brain and spinal cord.

Zinc:

• Acts as a cofactor in more than 100 enzymes, meaning it is necessary for these enzymes to function properly.
• Plays a crucial role in DNA synthesis, which is essential for cell division and growth.
• Supports a healthy immune system by aiding in the development and functioning of immune cells.
• Zinc is involved in maintaining a sense of smell and taste.
• It may assist in the proper function of insulin, a hormone involved in regulating blood sugar levels.

✔️ Dosage & Administration of

Orally 1 tablet daily or as directed by the physician. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

✔️ Interaction

Folic Acid+Zinc Sulfate may have interactions with certain medications, including blood clotting drugs, antibiotics (such as doxycycline, tetracycline, ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin), cancer medicines (cisplatin), arthritis drugs (penicillamine), water pills (amiloride), and medications for treating bone loss (alendronate).

Regarding food interactions, excessive alcohol consumption can reduce absorption and increase the elimination of folic acid. Therefore, it is advisable to avoid alcohol while using Folic Acid+Zinc Sulfate.

In terms of disease interactions, if you have conditions such as malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food), cancer, coronary stent, seizures (fits), tumors, or kidney dysfunction, it is important to use Folic Acid+Zinc Sulfate under medical advice.

✔️ Contraindications

Patients who have a hypersensitivity to zinc should avoid it. Folic acid is not recommended for people who have untreated cobalamine insufficiency.

✔️ Pregnancy & Lactation

Patients who have a hypersensitivity to zinc should avoid it. Folic acid is not recommended for people who have untreated cobalamine insufficiency.

✔️ Precautions & Warnings

• Allergic Reactions: It is important to inform your doctor if you have allergic reactions to medicines before using Folic Acid+Zinc Sulfate.
• Cancer: Inform your doctor if you have cancer before using Folic Acid+Zinc Sulfate.
• Coronary Stent: If you have a coronary stent, it is advisable to inform your doctor before using Folic Acid+Zinc Sulfate.
• Seizures (Fits): Inform your doctor if you have seizures (fits) before using Folic Acid+Zinc Sulfate.
• Tumor: If you have a tumor, it is important to inform your doctor before using Folic Acid+Zinc Sulfate.
• Kidney Dysfunction or Dialysis: If you have kidney dysfunction or undergoing dialysis, please inform your doctor before using Folic Acid+Zinc Sulfate.
• Pregnant or Breastfeeding Women: Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Folic Acid+Zinc Sulfate.
• Excessive Alcohol Consumption: Avoid excessive alcohol consumption while using Folic Acid+Zinc Sulfate, as it can reduce absorption and increase the elimination of folic acid.
• Children: Folic Acid+Zinc Sulfate should only be given to children if a doctor has advised it.

✔️ Storage Conditions

Protect from light and moisture by storing at a temperature below 30°C. Keep out of children's reach.