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About Foltop-M Capsule

Foltop-M Capsule belongs to the class of 'multivitamins' primarily used to treat nutritional deficiencies due to various complications or long term disease. It is used to treat and prevent folate deficiency, anaemia (lack of red blood cells), vitamin B12 deficiency and neurological diseases such as peripheral neuropathy (nerve disorder) and seizures (fits).

Foltop-M Capsule contains folic acid and methylcobalamin. Folic acid (vitamin B9) replenishes the deficient folic acid in the body. It helps in the production of healthy red blood cells and DNA. Methylcobalamin (vitamin B12) regulates body functions like cell growth, blood formation and protein synthesis. It also prevents nerve damage by forming a protective layer (myelin) around the nerves.

You should take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Foltop-M Capsule are diarrhoea, loss of appetite, upset stomach, nausea (feeling sick) and bloating. These side-effects are mild and don’t require medical attention. However, inform your doctor if any of these side-effects persist or get worsen.

Do not take Foltop-M Capsule if you are allergic to any of its contents. Before taking Foltop-M Capsule , inform your doctor if you are taking any prescription, non-prescription medicines, herbal products or dietary supplements. Inform your doctor if you have malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food), cancer, kidney dialysis, optic nerve damage, hypokalemia (low potassium levels in the blood) and stent in the heart. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Uses of Foltop-M Capsule

Nutritional deficiencies

Medicinal Benefits

Foltop-M Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Folic acid (vitamin B9) and Methylcobalamin (vitamin B12).  Together, Foltop-M Capsule is used as a 'vitamin or nutritional supplement' in the treatment of folate deficiency anaemia, vitamin B12 deficiency, alcoholic neuropathy, pernicious anaemia (red blood cells are not produced due to Vitamin B12 deficiency), diabetic neuropathy (nerve damage due to high blood sugar levels), seizures (fits) and multiple sclerosis (immune system disease affecting the brain).

Directions for Use

Swallow Foltop-M Capsule as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Keep Foltop-M Capsule out of the sight and reach of children.

Side Effects of Foltop-M Capsule

  • Diarrhea
  • Headache
  • Anorexia (loss of appetite)
  • Upset stomach
  • Nausea (feeling sick)
  • Bloating

Drug Warnings

Before taking Foltop-M Capsule , inform your doctor if you have diabetes, cancer, obesity, neural tube defects, kidney problems, hypokalemia (low levels of potassium), and optic nerve damage. Do not take antacids before or after 2 hours of taking Foltop-M Capsule as they may interfere with the action of Foltop-M Capsule . Do not consume excess alcohol while using Foltop-M Capsule as it may interfere with the drug absorption in the body.

Drug Interactions

Drug-drug interactions: Foltop-M Capsule may interact with an antibiotic (chloramphenicol), anticancer agent (methotrexate and fluorouracil), anti-gout medicine (colchicine), antacids (cimetidine, omeprazole, lansoprazole, and ranitidine), a medicine used to treat diabetes (metformin), a medicine used to treat inflammatory bowel conditions (sulfasalazine), a medicine used to reduce cholesterol (cholestyramine), and antiepileptic drugs (phenytoin and fosphenytoin).

Drug-food interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-disease interactions: Foltop-M Capsule should be used with caution in patients with malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food), cancer, neural tube defects, kidney dialysis, optic nerve damage, diabetes, obesity, hypokalemia (low potassium levels in the blood) and stent in the heart.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CHLORAMPHENICOL
  • METHOTREXATE
  • FLUOROURACIL
  • COLCHICINE
  • CIMETIDINE
  • OMEPRAZOLE
  • LANSOPRAZOLE
  • RANITIDINE
  • METFORMIN
  • SULFASALAZINE
  • CHOLESTYRAMINE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • FOSPHENYTOIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Try Vitamin B complex food sources like milk, cheese, eggs, liver and kidney, chicken, red meat, tuna, mackerel, and salmon, shellfish, oysters, clams, dark green vegetables, such as spinach and kale, beets, avocados, and potatoes, whole grains, cereals, kidney beans, black beans, and chickpea.
  • Include fruits like citrus, banana, and watermelon in your diet.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Exercise regularly, and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Avoid excess fatty foods.

Special Advise

  • Serum levels of Cyanocobalamin present in Foltop-M Capsule may be lowered by use of oral contraceptives.
  • For pernicious anaemia,  the blood picture must be examined regularly.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Folic acid deficiency: It is the lack of vitamin B9 or folic acid in the body. Folic acid is essential for the formation of red blood cells. Symptoms of folic acid deficiency include mouth sores and fatigue. 

Vitamin B12 deficiency: When your body doesn't have adequate mineral levels called vitamin B12 and low haemoglobin required for red blood cells formation. Signs and symptoms of low vitamin B12 include fatigue, breathlessness, numbness, poor balance and memory trouble.

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About Foltop-M Capsule

Foltop-M Capsule belongs to the class of 'multivitamins' primarily used to treat nutritional deficiencies due to various complications or long term disease. It is used to treat and prevent folate deficiency, anaemia (lack of red blood cells), vitamin B12 deficiency and neurological diseases such as peripheral neuropathy (nerve disorder) and seizures (fits).

Foltop-M Capsule contains folic acid and methylcobalamin. Folic acid (vitamin B9) replenishes the deficient folic acid in the body. It helps in the production of healthy red blood cells and DNA. Methylcobalamin (vitamin B12) regulates body functions like cell growth, blood formation and protein synthesis. It also prevents nerve damage by forming a protective layer (myelin) around the nerves.

You should take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Foltop-M Capsule are diarrhoea, loss of appetite, upset stomach, nausea (feeling sick) and bloating. These side-effects are mild and don’t require medical attention. However, inform your doctor if any of these side-effects persist or get worsen.

Do not take Foltop-M Capsule if you are allergic to any of its contents. Before taking Foltop-M Capsule , inform your doctor if you are taking any prescription, non-prescription medicines, herbal products or dietary supplements. Inform your doctor if you have malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food), cancer, kidney dialysis, optic nerve damage, hypokalemia (low potassium levels in the blood) and stent in the heart. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Theta Lab Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Flat - 701, Morya Fortune, Sant Chowk Mela Road, Gujrati Seva Mandal, Vile Parle (East) Mumbai MH 400057 IN
Other Info - FOL0564

FAQs

Foltop-M Capsule contains folic acid (vitamin B9) and methylcobalamin (vitamin B12) act as nutritional supplements and replenish the deficient nutrients essential for the normal functioning of the body.

Foltop-M Capsule may not interact with pain killers. However, consult your doctor before taking any medicines with Foltop-M Capsule to avoid any unwanted effects.

The side-effects of Foltop-M Capsule mild and temporary. They include diarrhoea, loss of appetite, upset stomach, nausea (feeling sick) and bloating.

The sources of vitamin B12 are animal products such as meat, fish, shellfish, poultry, eggs, milk and other milk products such as yoghurt and cheese.

Folic acid deficiency occurs when there is inadequate folic acid in the body. You can overcome this deficiency by taking whole-grain foods, poultry, vegetables such as spinach, brussels sprouts, cabbage, broccoli, peas, lentils and oranges, which are good sources of folic acid.

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Alcohol

Caution

Consumption of alcohol may increase the risk of side-effects. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Foltop-M Capsule should be used with caution in pregnant women as it may cause birth defects. Please consult the doctor before taking medicine. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Foltop-M Capsule should be used with caution in breastfeeding mothers. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Foltop-M Capsule may not affect your ability to drive.

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Liver

Caution

If u have or had history or evidence of any Liver related diseases. Please consult the doctor before taking medicine.Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

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Kidney

Caution

Foltop-M Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Please consult the doctor before taking medicine.Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

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Children

Caution

Foltop-M Capsule should be used with caution in children, unless prescribed by a child specialist.

Uses of Foltop-M Capsule

Nutritional deficiencies

Medicinal Benefits

Foltop-M Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Folic acid (vitamin B9) and Methylcobalamin (vitamin B12).  Together, Foltop-M Capsule is used as a 'vitamin or nutritional supplement' in the treatment of folate deficiency anaemia, vitamin B12 deficiency, alcoholic neuropathy, pernicious anaemia (red blood cells are not produced due to Vitamin B12 deficiency), diabetic neuropathy (nerve damage due to high blood sugar levels), seizures (fits) and multiple sclerosis (immune system disease affecting the brain).

Directions for Use

Swallow Foltop-M Capsule as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Keep Foltop-M Capsule out of the sight and reach of children.

Drug Warnings

Before taking Foltop-M Capsule , inform your doctor if you have diabetes, cancer, obesity, neural tube defects, kidney problems, hypokalemia (low levels of potassium), and optic nerve damage. Do not take antacids before or after 2 hours of taking Foltop-M Capsule as they may interfere with the action of Foltop-M Capsule . Do not consume excess alcohol while using Foltop-M Capsule as it may interfere with the drug absorption in the body.

Therapeutic Class

VITAMINS

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Foltop-M Capsule:
Trimethoprim may decrease the blood levels and effects of Foltop-M Capsule.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Foltop-M Capsule and Trimethoprim, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Foltop-M Capsule:
Coadministration of Foltop-M Capsule and Cholestyramine may interfere with the absorption of Foltop-M Capsule.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cholestyramine and Foltop-M Capsule together can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience Constipation, Diarrhea, Stomach pain, Nausea, or Loss of appetite, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Foltop-M Capsule:
Coadministration of Foltop-M Capsule and Fluorouracil may increase the effects of Fluorouracil and increase the risk of serious side effects such as bleeding problems, anaemia (lack of blood), infections, and nerve damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Foltop-M Capsule and Fluorouracil, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience diarrhoea, paleness of skin, severe nausea and vomiting, over-tiredness, dizziness, fainting, blood in the stools, unusual bleeding or bruising, fever, chills, body pains, flu-like symptoms, skin reactions, mouth ulcers or sores, and/or numbness, burning or tingling in your hands and feet, contact your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Foltop-M Capsule:
Co-administration of Foltop-M Capsule with Capecitabine may increase the risk of serious side effects such as bleeding problems, anemia, infections, and nerve damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Foltop-M Capsule and Capecitabine, you can use these medicines together if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience paleness of skin, diarrhea, severe nausea and vomiting, over-tiredness, dizziness, fainting, blood in the stools, unusual bleeding or bruising, fever, chills, body aches, flu-like symptoms, skin reactions, mouth ulcers or sores, and/or numbness, burning or tingling sensation in the hands and feet, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Foltop-M Capsule:
Sulfadiazine may decrease the blood levels and effects of Foltop-M Capsule.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Foltop-M Capsule and Sulfadiazine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Foltop-M Capsule:
Coadministration of Foltop-M Capsule and Carbamazepine may reduce the blood levels of Foltop-M Capsule.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Foltop-M Capsule and Carbamazepine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if your condition changes or you experience loss of seizure control, contact your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Foltop-M Capsule:
Coadministration of Foltop-M Capsule with Chloramphenicol can impair absorption and increase the levels of Foltop-M Capsule which can increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Foltop-M Capsule with Chloramphenicol together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any symptoms of Vomiting, Diarrhoea, Nausea, Headache, or Loss of appetite, you should contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Foltop-M Capsule:
Coadministration of Foltop-M Capsule with Neomycin can impair the absorption of Foltop-M Capsule and increase its levels which can increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Foltop-M Capsule with Neomycin together is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any symptoms of Vomiting, Diarrhoea, Nausea, Headache, or Loss of appetite you should contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CHLORAMPHENICOL
  • METHOTREXATE
  • FLUOROURACIL
  • COLCHICINE
  • CIMETIDINE
  • OMEPRAZOLE
  • LANSOPRAZOLE
  • RANITIDINE
  • METFORMIN
  • SULFASALAZINE
  • CHOLESTYRAMINE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • FOSPHENYTOIN

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Try Vitamin B complex food sources like milk, cheese, eggs, liver and kidney, chicken, red meat, tuna, mackerel, and salmon, shellfish, oysters, clams, dark green vegetables, such as spinach and kale, beets, avocados, and potatoes, whole grains, cereals, kidney beans, black beans, and chickpea.
  • Include fruits like citrus, banana, and watermelon in your diet.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Exercise regularly, and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Avoid excess fatty foods.

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Serum levels of Cyanocobalamin present in Foltop-M Capsule may be lowered by use of oral contraceptives.
  • For pernicious anaemia,  the blood picture must be examined regularly.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Folic acid deficiency: It is the lack of vitamin B9 or folic acid in the body. Folic acid is essential for the formation of red blood cells. Symptoms of folic acid deficiency include mouth sores and fatigue. 

Vitamin B12 deficiency: When your body doesn't have adequate mineral levels called vitamin B12 and low haemoglobin required for red blood cells formation. Signs and symptoms of low vitamin B12 include fatigue, breathlessness, numbness, poor balance and memory trouble.

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