Foltrate
Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin) is a combination supplement for people with low levels of both folic acid and cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12). Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin) is a dietary supplement that requires a prescription from a provider.
What is Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin)?
What is Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin) used for?
- Folic acid and vitamin B12 supplementation
How Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin) works
Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin) is a combination of two vitamins that each have important roles and functions in your body.
- Both folic acid (also known as vitamin B9) and cyanocobalamin (also known as vitamin B12) help your body make genetic material (DNA) and new red blood cells. They are both important vitamins that help prevent anemia (low red blood cell count).
- Cyanocobalamin also keeps your nerves healthy.
Drug facts
Side effects of Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin)
The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
See Risks and Warnings.
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Pros and cons of Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin)
Pros
- Conveniently combines two important vitamins in a single pill
- Can be taken with or without food
Cons
- Difficult to customize the dose since each pill contains two medications
- Brand name only, which can be expensive
- Shouldn't be given to a child unless a provider said it's safe to do so
Pharmacist tips for Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin)
- Take Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin) with or without food. If it's hurting your stomach, try taking it with food to help.
- Check the labels of any other vitamins, multivitamins, and supplements you're taking. Don't take additional supplements with folic acid or cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12) without talking to your provider first. Going over your daily upper limit for folic acid might be harmful.
- Keeping a healthy and balanced diet that contains natural sources of vitamin B12 and folic acid while taking Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin) might help maintain your nutrient levels. Beef, seafood, and dairy are all good sources of vitamin B12, while enriched cereals, breads, and rice typically have added folate. If needed, you can talk to a nutritionist about a dietary plan that works for you.
- Tell your provider or pharmacist about all the medications and supplements you're taking before starting Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin) to make sure there are no interactions. In some cases, you might need your medication doses adjusted if your provider finds a potentially harmful drug interaction with Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin).
- Folic acid side effects and vitamin B12 side effects are usually uncommon. Side effects of folic acid are typically related to taking higher doses (e.g., 15 mg daily). In general, contact your provider if you experience any stomach issues, headache, sleeping problems, or concentration problems.
- Store Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin) at room temperature and away from children. If your child accidentally took Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin), get medical help or call the Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222 right away.
Common questions about Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin)
It's important to take Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin) if your provider prescibes it because low folic acid and low cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12) levels can cause certain types of anemia (low red blood cell count). Also, folic acid and cyanocobalamin are both needed for several processes in your body to work properly, such as making DNA, helping tissues grow, and building proteins. Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin) helps supply your body with these two nutrients.
It depends which multivitamin you're taking. There are several multivitamins available over the counter that can have either folic acid or cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12), both nutrients, or neither. If your folic acid and vitamin B12 levels are still low even while taking a supplement with both vitamins in it, your provider might recommend you to take an additional supplement like Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin) or work with you to add more of these nutrients into your diet. Make sure to tell your provider about all the dietary supplements and vitamins you take before starting Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin).
The amount of time you need to take Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin) will be different from person to person. Your provider might check your folic acid and cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12) levels through blood work to see if you still need to take this supplement. Don't stop Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin) without having a conversation with your provider first.
Before starting Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin) or any new vitamins or supplements, talk with your provider to see what's safe and recommended for you and your unborn baby. It's generally recommended for pregnant females to take a supplement that has folic acid and cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12). Folic acid is important in helping your baby's brain and spinal cord develop properly. Vitamin B12 plays a key role in developing your baby's nervous system. Besides Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin), there might be other prenatal vitamins available that offer additional vitamin and mineral supplementation that are better suited for your particular needs.
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Risks and warnings for Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin)
Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin) can cause some serious health issues. This risk may be even higher for certain groups. If this worries you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist about other options.
Possible toxicity from taking too much
- Risk factors: Taking more than the recommended dose
It's possible to take too much folic acid by taking more Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin) than prescribed or taking other supplements or multivitamins that also contain this nutrient. This can potentially cause serious side effects from too much folic acid. Side effects from taking too much vitamin B12 is uncommon. Follow your healthcare provider's instructions for how to take Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin) properly. Since many over-the-counter multivitamins and supplements contain these vitamins, always check with your provider or pharmacist to make sure you're not taking too much. Let your provider know if you experience symptoms of too much folate (e.g., poor appetite, nausea, bloating, bad taste in your mouth, sleeping problems, concentration problems, feeling irritable).
Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin) dosage
Tablet| Dosage | Quantity | Price as low as | Price per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1mg/500mcg | 30 tablets | $24.37 | $0.81 |
Typical dosage for Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin)
Each tablet contains 1 mg of folic acid and 500 mcg of cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12).
The typical dose for adults is 1 tablet by mouth once per day.
How much does Foltrate (folic acid / cyanocobalamin) cost?
$24.37
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