Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid Glucosamine Salt
About
Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid Glucosamine Salt belongs to the class of medications called nutritional supplements primarily used to treat folic acid deficiency in pregnant women. Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid Glucosamine Salt also treats various conditions such as infertility, anaemia, cardiovascular disease, hyperhomocysteinemia, mild cognitive impairment, infant and child health development. Folic acid deficiency, often known as folate deficit, is a disorder with insufficient folic acid in the body.
Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid Glucosamine Salt contains Folic Acid [as (6s)-5-Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid, Glucosamine Salt]. Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid Glucosamine Salt is structurally similar to the active forms of folic acid. It provides completed folate that the body may use right away without any sort of metabolism. Folic acid is required to develop appropriate cognitive and neurological functions in the fetus and satisfy the mother's increased needs throughout preconception, pregnancy, and nursing.
Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid Glucosamine Salt should be taken as recommended. In rare cases, Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid Glucosamine Salt may cause common side effects like nausea, stomach upset, feeling sick, loss of appetite, and abdominal bloating. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Do not take Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid Glucosamine Salt if you are allergic to any of its components. Please notify your doctor if you have malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food). Although safe, consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding. Limit or avoid the consumption of alcoholic beverages.
Uses of Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid Glucosamine Salt
Medicinal Benefits
Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid Glucosamine Salt is used to treat Folic acid deficiency. Taking Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid Glucosamine Salt at the recommended dose before and during pregnancy can help prevent birth defects in the baby's brain and spinal cord. It contains Folic Acid [as (6s)-5-Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid, Glucosamine Salt]. It provides finished folate that the body can use immediately without metabolism. Folic acid is required to develop appropriate cognitive and neurological functions in the foetus and to meet the mother's increased needs during preconception, pregnancy, and nursing. Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid Glucosamine Salt is also used as adjuvant therapy to treat infertility, anaemia, cardiovascular disease, hyperhomocysteinemia, mild cognitive impairment, and depression or mood disorders.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid Glucosamine Salt
- Nausea
- Stomach upset
- Feeling sick or being sick
- Loss of appetite
- Abdominal bloating
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not use Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid Glucosamine Salt without a doctor's advice if you have a skin reaction or irritation to any medicine. If you have malabsorption syndrome, please consult your doctor. Inform your doctor if you have undiagnosed anaemia and renal disorders. Do not exceed the stated recommended dose. Limit or quit the consumption of alcohol. Excessive alcohol consumption reduces absorption and increases the elimination of folic acid.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid Glucosamine Salt may interact with anti-cancer medicines or antimetabolites (e.g. capecitabine, fluorouracil) and medicine used as an optical imaging agent (e.g. pafolacianine).
Drug-Food Interactions: Limit or quit the consumption of alcohol. Excessive alcohol consumption reduces the absorption and increases the elimination of folic acid.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform the doctor if you have undiagnosed anaemia and renal disorders or impairment.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionLimit or quit the consumption of alcohol. Excessive alcohol consumption reduces the absorption and increases the elimination of folic acid.
Pregnancy
consult your doctorMethyltetrahydrofolic Acid Glucosamine Salt can be safely taken during pregnancy if recommended by the doctor.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorMethyltetrahydrofolic Acid Glucosamine Salt can be safely taken during breastfeeding if recommended by the doctor.
Driving
not applicableMethyltetrahydrofolic Acid Glucosamine Salt may not affect your ability to drive. Do not drive or operate machinery if you are not mentally alert and focused.
Liver
consult your doctorMethyltetrahydrofolic Acid Glucosamine Salt usually does not affect the Liver. However, as a precautionary measure, please seek medical advice from your doctor if you suffer from liver impairment or disorders.
Kidney
cautionIf you have had a history or evidence of any kidney-related diseases, please seek medical advice from the doctor before using the Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid Glucosamine Salt. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before suggesting a Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid Glucosamine Salt.
Children
cautionMethyltetrahydrofolic Acid Glucosamine Salt should be used in children only if clinically needed.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, leafy green vegetables, cabbage, kale, spring greens, spinach, peas, chickpeas, kidney beans, and folic acid-fortified breakfast cereals are examples of folate-rich foods.
- Include citrus fruits, bananas, and watermelon in your diet.
- Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol.
- Maintain a healthy lifestyle by exercising regularly. Avoid eating too many fatty foods.
Special Advise
- Clinical monitoring of folic acid via blood tests is advised.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Folate deficiency: Folate deficiency occurs when your body won't have enough folate in your diet. Symptoms include fatigue, grey hair, mouth sores, tongue swelling, and growth problems. Folate deficiency leads to anaemia.
FAQs
Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid Glucosamine Salt provides completed folate that the body may use right away without metabolism. Folic acid is required to develop appropriate cognitive and neurological functions in the foetus and for satisfying the mother's increased needs throughout preconception, pregnancy, and nursing.
Your baby is more likely to have neural tube defects if you do not get enough folic acid before and during pregnancy. Neural tube defects are serious birth defects that can cause death by affecting the spine, spinal cord, or brain.
Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid Glucosamine Salt should be taken as recommended by the doctor. Your doctor will specify the right dose and duration based on your medical condition.
Folate deficiency occurs when your body lacks adequate folic acid/folate levels. You can overcome this deficiency by including food sources rich in folic acid like broccoli, sprouts, leafy green vegetables, cabbage, kale, spring greens, spinach, peas, chickpeas, kidney beans, and breakfast cereals fortified with folic acid. If your folic acid levels are still low, your doctor may suggest supplements.
It is important to tell your doctor if you have malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food) since it may be hard to absorb vitamins through oral administration. Your doctor may suggest other dosage forms in such a case.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and follow your usual dosage.
