Folgard
Folgard is a vitamin combination dietary supplement containing folic acid (B9), vitamin B6 (pyridoxine), and vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin). It is designed to support heart health by managing homocysteine levels and to treat or prevent deficiencies of these essential B vitamins.
Dosage by Body Weight
The standard adult dose is one tablet daily with or without food, or as directed by a healthcare professional.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established for infants. Consult a pediatrician.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Not routinely used in infants or toddlers. Consult a healthcare provider.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Dietary supplement formulated for adults; consult a pediatrician for child dosing.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Pediatric vitamin formulations are preferred. Consult a physician.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Adult strength supplement. Do not administer to children unless explicitly directed by a doctor.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy have not been established for infants. Consult a pediatrician. |
| 5-7 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Not routinely used in infants or toddlers. Consult a healthcare provider. |
| 8-10 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Dietary supplement formulated for adults; consult a pediatrician for child dosing. |
| 11-15 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Pediatric vitamin formulations are preferred. Consult a physician. |
| 16-20 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Adult strength supplement. Do not administer to children unless explicitly directed by a doctor. |
Formulation
Tablet
Purpose
Lowering homocysteine levels in the blood, supporting cardiovascular health, and preventing or treating nutritional deficiencies of folic acid, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12.
Generic Name
Folic Acid, Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine), and Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin)Scheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.