Table of contents:
- Functions & Usage
- What is the drug Folamil Genio used for?
- What are the rules for using Folamil Genio?
- How to store this supplement?
- Dose
- What is the dosage of Folamil Genio for pregnant and lactating women?
- In what dosage and form is this supplement available?
- Side effects
- What are the possible side effects of Folamil Genio?
- Precautions & Warnings
- What should be known before using Folamil Genio?
- Certain drugs
- Pregnancy conditions
- Illness or health condition
- Allergy
- Is this supplement safe for pregnant and lactating women?
- Drug Interactions
- What medicines should not be taken at the same time as Folamil Genio?
- What foods and drinks should not be consumed while using Folamil Genio?
- Are there certain health conditions that can interact with Folamil Genio?
- Overdose
- What are the symptoms of an overdose of Folamil Genio and what are the effects?
- What should I do in an emergency or overdose?
- What should I do if I forget to take medicine or forget to take medicine?
Functions & Usage
What is the drug Folamil Genio used for?
Folamil Genio is a multivitamin and mineral supplement used during pregnancy and breastfeeding. This supplement can help prevent and treat vitamin or mineral deficiencies in pregnant and lactating women.
One of the main ingredients contained in Folamil Genio is folic acid. Adequate folic acid intake during pregnancy supports the growth process of the fetus in the womb. In addition, this supplement is useful for preventing pregnancy disorders that can occur due to folic acid deficiency.
Apart from folic acid, other ingredients in Folamil Genio include various types of vitamins and minerals that are good for the health of pregnant and lactating women, ranging from beta carotene, vitamin B complex, to DHA.
What are the rules for using Folamil Genio?
Folamil Genio in caplet form is swallowed by mouth (taken by mouth) as directed by a doctor or according to the rules for taking the medicine listed on the package. Usually, this medicine is taken once a day after meals.
Do not use this medication for more than the recommended dose, for less, for longer than recommended.
If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
How to store this supplement?
Folamil Genio is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it.
Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when the drug has expired or when it is no longer needed.
Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal agency about how to safely dispose of your medicine.
Dose
The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.
What is the dosage of Folamil Genio for pregnant and lactating women?
Pregnant and nursing mothers are recommended to take one caplet of this medicine per day after meals. Consult your doctor to determine the best and safest dose for you.
In what dosage and form is this supplement available?
This supplement is available in soft capsule form. In 1 strip of Folamil Genio, there are 30 capsules.
Reporting from MIMS, each Folamil Genio capsule contains the following ingredients:
- folic acid 1 mg
- beta carotene 10,000 IU
- vitamin B1 3 mg
- vitamin B2 3,4 mg
- nicotinamide 20 mg
- vitamin B6 2 mg
- calcium D pantothenate 7.5 mg
- calcium carbonate 100 mg
- vitamin B12 4 mcg
- vitamin D3 400 IU
- vitamin K1 50 mcg
- biotin 30 mcg
- copper gluconate 0.1 mg
- iron polymaltose complex (IPC) 30 mg
- DHA (docahexaenoic acid) dare algae 40 mg
- ARA (arachidonic acid) 8 mg
Side effects
What are the possible side effects of Folamil Genio?
As with other medicinal uses, the use of the Folamil Genio supplement may cause some side effects. Most of the side effects are rare and do not require additional treatment.
However, it is important that you consult your doctor if you have any problems after taking this medicine.
Be careful in people who are sensitive to one or more of the ingredients in the Folamil Genio supplement. In addition, a serious side effect that may occur is that the stool turns black. If used in accordance with the recommended dosage, the possibility of complaints of side effects is very small.
Not everyone experiences side effects when using this supplement. There may also be some side effects not mentioned above. If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions & Warnings
What should be known before using Folamil Genio?
Before deciding to take Folamil Genio, here are a few things you need to pay attention to:
Certain drugs
Tell your doctor about any medications you are currently using, whether prescription, non-prescription, supplements, or herbal medicines. This is because several types of drugs may interact with this supplement.
Pregnancy conditions
Make sure you do not take this supplement during the first trimester of pregnancy, unless your obstetrician prescribes this supplement in an adjusted dosage.
Illness or health condition
In addition, it is also important to inform your doctor about any diseases or other health conditions that you are currently suffering from. It is possible that these supplements can trigger interactions with certain diseases or health conditions.
Allergy
Tell your doctor if you have a history of allergies to Folamil Genio or any of the ingredients in this supplement. In addition, get checked out if you have any other allergies, for example to certain foods, dyes, or animals.
Is this supplement safe for pregnant and lactating women?
Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this supplement, especially if you are pregnant with certain health conditions or disorders.
Folamil Genio is included in the pregnancy risk category B (not at risk in some studies) according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the equivalent of the Indonesian Food and Drug Administration in Indonesia. The following references the pregnancy risk categories according to the FDA:
- A = Not at risk
- B = No risk in several studies
- C = May be risky
- D = There is positive evidence of risk
- X = Contraindicated
- N = Unknown
Always consult your doctor or midwife before using any medicine, if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning a pregnancy.
Drug Interactions
What medicines should not be taken at the same time as Folamil Genio?
Drug interactions can change the performance of your medications or increase the risk of serious side effects. Not all possible drug interactions are listed in this document.
Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription / non-prescription drugs and herbal products) and consult your doctor or pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any medication without your doctor's approval.
Folamil Genio contains high amounts of vitamins and minerals. Because of this, folamyl may decrease the effects of the drug levodopa. Levodopa is a drug commonly used in patients with Parkinson's disease.
What foods and drinks should not be consumed while using Folamil Genio?
Certain drugs should not be used when eating certain foods because drug-food interactions can occur.
Smoking tobacco or consuming alcohol with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur.
Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your health care provider.
Folamil Genio can be taken with or without food. For women who have digestive problems, it is advisable to take this supplement with meals. Taking this supplement with meals is also believed to increase the absorption of the supplement in the body.
Are there certain health conditions that can interact with Folamil Genio?
Folamil Genio is not recommended for women who have the following health conditions:
- hypercalcemia
- vitamin D toxicity
- Wilson's disease
- excess iron
- bronchial asthma
- acute kidney infection
- liver disease
- disease Leber's optic atrophy
In addition, Folamil Genio should be used with caution for women with chronic liver failure conditions, chronic kidney failure, impaired kidney and liver function, and thyroid disease (hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism).
Overdose
What are the symptoms of an overdose of Folamil Genio and what are the effects?
If after taking this supplement the color of your teeth turns yellow, brown, or black, stop using it immediately. See a doctor immediately to prevent or treat more serious side effects.
In addition, be aware of the following symptoms of an overdose of drugs or supplements:
- nausea
- throws up
- dizzy
- lost balance
- numbness and tingling
- convulsions
What should I do in an emergency or overdose?
In an emergency or overdose situation, call 119 or rush to the nearest hospital.
What should I do if I forget to take medicine or forget to take medicine?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if you just remember when it's time for the next dose, just ignore the missed dose, and continue taking it as scheduled. Do not use this supplement in double doses.
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