Folic Acid+pyridoxine Hydrochloride
About Folic Acid+pyridoxine Hydrochloride
Folic Acid+pyridoxine Hydrochloride belongs to the group of medicines called nutritional supplements used to treat and prevent nutritional deficiencies. A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough nutrients from food. Folic Acid+pyridoxine Hydrochloride helps in the growth and development of cells, boosts the immune system, balances vitamin content, metabolism of minerals, and helps maintain a healthy central nervous system.
Folic Acid+pyridoxine Hydrochloride contains Folic acid and Pyridoxine hydrochloride. Folic acid is necessary for various bodily functions, such as producing red blood cells and breaking down fats and carbohydrates. Pyridoxine hydrochloride helps boost the metabolism and maintenance of healthy nerves and red blood cells. Thereby, Folic Acid+pyridoxine Hydrochloride helps in treating nutritional deficiencies.
In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as stomach upset, bloating, diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
If you are allergic to folic acid, Pyridoxine hydrochloride, or any inactive ingredients present in Folic Acid+pyridoxine Hydrochloride, do not take it. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Talk to a doctor before taking Folic Acid+pyridoxine Hydrochloride if you have a history of malabsorption syndrome, anaemia, severe liver disease, kidney disease, or cardiac problems. To rule out any negative effects/interactions, keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all medications you take.
Uses of Folic Acid+pyridoxine Hydrochloride
Medicinal Benefits
Folic Acid+pyridoxine Hydrochloride is used to treat nutritional deficiencies and contains Folic acid and Pyridoxine hydrochloride. Folic acid helps in providing essential nutrients to the body. Pyridoxine hydrochloride helps in boosting the metabolism and maintenance of healthy nerves and red blood cells. Thereby, Folic Acid+pyridoxine Hydrochloride helps in treating nutritional deficiencies.
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Side Effects of Folic Acid+pyridoxine Hydrochloride
- Dry mouth
- Constipation
- Loss of appetite
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Nutritional deficiency: A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get the required amount of nutrients from food. Nutritional deficiencies may cause a variety of health complications. These can include digestion problems, small or defective bone growth, skin disorders, and dementia (loss of memory).
FAQs
Folic Acid+pyridoxine Hydrochloride contains folic acid and pyridoxine hydrochloride. When you lack these vitamins in your body, which cannot be recovered even with the food sources, Folic Acid+pyridoxine Hydrochloride helps replenish these deficient levels. Collectively, Folic Acid+pyridoxine Hydrochloride treats nutritional deficiencies.
Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Folic Acid+pyridoxine Hydrochloride. Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might stimulate saliva and prevent drying of the mouth.
Pyridoxine hydrochloride in Folic Acid+pyridoxine Hydrochloride may interfere with laboratory tests like urine tests for urobilinogen. Please make sure your doctor and the laboratory staff know that you take Folic Acid+pyridoxine Hydrochloride before undergoing blood and urine examinations.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the scheduled dose.
