Folic Acid (Liquid)
Liquid formulation of folate, essential for infants with nutritional deficiencies or those on long-term anti-seizure medications.
Dosage by Body Weight
Infants: 0.1 mg daily. Children: 0.4 mg to 1 mg daily.
- Body Weight
- Below 10 kg
- Dose
- 0.1 mg
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Often mixed with infant milk or formula.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 10 kg | 0.1 mg | Once daily | Often mixed with infant milk or formula. |
Formulation
Purpose
Treatment of megaloblastic anemia and folate deficiency in infants and children.
Generic Name
Vitamin B9Branded Drug Names
Folic Acid (Liquid) is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
Scheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.
Alternatives
Safety Advice
Alcohol
CAUTIONFolic Acid (Liquid): Alcohol may worsen dehydration, stomach upset, or interfere with nutritional recovery. Avoid or limit alcohol.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBEDFolic Acid (Liquid): Generally safe in pregnancy when used at recommended doses or as prescribed. Avoid excessive supplementation.
Breast Feeding
SAFEFolic Acid (Liquid): Generally compatible with breastfeeding when used at recommended doses. Ask a healthcare provider before high-dose use.
Driving
SAFEFolic Acid (Liquid): Usually does not affect driving. Avoid driving only if you feel unwell, dizzy, or weak from the underlying condition.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBEDFolic Acid (Liquid): Usually safe at recommended doses, but high-dose or fat-soluble vitamin use should be medically supervised in liver disease.
Kidney
CAUTIONFolic Acid (Liquid): Kidney disease may require avoiding or adjusting minerals and electrolytes such as potassium, magnesium, calcium, or phosphate.