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About Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule
Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule belongs to the class of 'nutritional supplements, primarily used to treat nutritional deficiencies. Nutritional deficiency occurs when the body is unable to absorb or get enough nutrients from food. It could lead to various health problems, including defective bone growth, anemia, skin disorders, digestive issues, nerve disorders, and dementia (memory loss).
Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule contains Folic acid and Docosahexaenoic acid. Folic acid, a form of Vitamin B, helps in the formation of red blood cells and prevents DNA changes that may lead to cancer. Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is an omega fatty acid that controls cholesterol levels and thus improves cardiovascular health. It acts as an energy source and helps in the better functioning of vital organs like the brain, heart, and lungs in the body.
Your doctor will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. Sometimes, Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule may have common side effects like stomach upset, diarrhoea, and nausea. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time.
Let your doctor know if you use any medications, including other vitamins, before starting Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule . Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule or other medicines. Inform your doctor beforehand if you have a history of liver, heart, or kidney diseases. It is essential to let your doctor know if you are a pregnant or breastfeeding mother before using Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule . This supplement does not usually interfere with your driving ability. It is advised to limit alcohol intake to avail maximum benefits of Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule . Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule is possibly safe when advised by a doctor to your child.
Uses of Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule
Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule is used in the treatment and management of nutritional deficiencies. The detailed uses of Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule are as follows:
- Manages Vitamin B9 Deficiency: Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule helps replenish low vitamin B9 (Folate) levels in the body, which helps treat and prevent folate deficiency, anemia (lack of red blood cells), and hyperhomocysteinemia (high blood levels of the amino acid homocysteine) .
- Support Healthy Pregnancy: Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule helps maintain adequate folate levels during pregnancy, supporting healthy fetal development and reducing the risk of miscarriage and neural tube defects in infants.
- Improves Cardiovascular Health: Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule contains Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), which helps reduce the risk of heart diseases by lowering triglycerides and raising good cholesterol levels.
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Directions for Use
- Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.
- Follow your doctor’s instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
- Swallow Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not chew, crush, or split it.
Key Benefits
Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule is used to treat nutritional deficiencies and contains Folic acid and Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). Folic acid prevents and treats folate deficiency and hyperhomocysteinemia (high blood levels of amino acid, homocysteine). It is used to treat anemia (lack of red blood cells). When taken by pregnant women, Folic acid prevents miscarriage and neural tube defects in infants. Docosahexaenoic acid acts as an energy source and reduces the risk of heart diseases by lowering triglycerides and raising good cholesterol levels.
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Drug Warnings
Let your doctor know if you have any blood disorders like pernicious anaemia and malabsorption syndrome before starting Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule . Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule . Excessive alcohol consumption reduces absorption and increases the elimination of folic acid. Alcohol can also worsen the side effects like stomach upset. Hence, please avoid alcohol while using Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule . Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule is possibly safe when advised by a doctor to your child.
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Co-administration of Folygel DHA Softgel 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 Folygel DHA Softgel 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.
Coadministration of Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule and Cholestyramine may interfere with the absorption of Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule.
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cholestyramine and Folygel DHA Softgel 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.
Coadministration of Folygel DHA Softgel 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 Folygel DHA Softgel 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.
Coadministration of Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule and Carbamazepine may reduce the blood levels of Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule.
How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Folygel DHA Softgel 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.
Trimethoprim may decrease the blood levels and effects of Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule.
How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule and Trimethoprim, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting your doctor.
Sulfadiazine may decrease the blood levels and effects of Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule.
How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule and Sulfadiazine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor.
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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, potatoes, whole grains, cereals, kidney beans, black beans, and chickpea.
Try folate-rich food sources like broccoli, Brussels sprouts, leafy green vegetables, cabbage, kale, spring greens, spinach, peas, chickpeas, kidney beans, liver (avoid this during pregnancy), and breakfast cereals fortified with folic acid.
Include fruits like citrus, banana, and watermelon in your diet.
Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Cut down on sugar, salt and processed foods.
Drink plenty of water.
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Alcohol
Safe if prescribed
Excessive alcohol consumption reduces absorption and increases the elimination of folic acid. Hence, please avoid alcohol while using Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule .
Pregnancy
Consult your doctor
Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule should be used during pregnancy only when advised by your doctor. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning to conceive before taking Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule .
Breast Feeding
Consult your doctor
Folic acid is excreted into breast milk. Please consult your doctor before taking Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule if you are a breastfeeding mother.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule does not usually affect your driving ability. Please consult your doctor if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
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Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule .
Kidney
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Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before taking Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule .
Children
Safe if prescribed
The doctor will recommend the dosage of Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule based on the child's age and weight.
Heart
Inform your doctor if you have any existing heart disease. Your doctor will recommend this medicine only if the potential benefits outweigh the risks.
Geriatrics
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Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule should be given to elderly patients only if recommended by a doctor. If you have any concerns, please consult your doctor.
FAQs
Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule belongs to the class of 'nutritional supplements, primarily used to treat nutritional deficiencies.
Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule is a vitamin supplement and consists of Docosahexaenoic acid and Folic acid. Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule helps replenish the deficient levels of vitamins and prevents various chronic diseases.
It is advised to take Folygel DHA Softgel Capsule with food to avoid any stomach upset. Please consult your doctor for more information.
Avoid taking more than one multivitamin product concomitantly unless advised by the doctor. Taking similar nutritional supplements simultaneously can lead to a vitamin overdose or other side effects. Discuss with your doctor about the vitamins you are already taking before you are advised any other supplements.
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.
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