Foltx
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Foltx
Foltx Side Effects Center
Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP
Prescribing Information
- Drug Description
- Indications & Dosage
- Side Effects & Drug Interactions
- Warnings & Precautions
- Overdosage & Contraindications
- Clinical Pharmacology
- Medication Guide
For Patients
Foltx (folacin, cyanocobalamin & pyridoxine) is used to treat hyperhomocysteinemia, with particular emphasis for individuals with or at risk for atherosclerotic vascular disease in the coronary, peripheral, or cerebral vessels, or vitamin B12 deficiency. It is a combination of vitamin B-6, vitamin B-12 and folic acid. This medication is available in generic form. Common side effects include nausea, stomach upset, diarrhea, drowsiness, flushing, and numbness/tingling.
The usual adult dose of Foltx is one to two tablets daily or as directed by a physician. Foltx may interact with altretamine, cisplatin, levodopa (when used without carbidopa), folic acid antagonist (e.g., methotrexate), hydantoins (e.g., phenytoin, diphenylhydantoin), pyrimethamine, or other vitamin/nutritional supplements. Tell your doctor all medications or supplements you are taking. Foltx should be used only when prescribed during pregnancy. This medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Our Foltx (folacin, cyanocobalamin & pyridoxine) Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What is Patient Information Overview?
A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.
Foltx Overview - Patient Information: Side Effects
If your doctor has prescribed this medication, remember that he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: mental/mood changes, unusual weakness.
A very serious allergic reaction to this product is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
In the US -
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
Read the entire patient information overview for Foltx (Folacin, Cyanocobalamin & Pyridoxine)»
What is Prescribing information?
The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.
Foltx FDA Prescribing Information: Side Effects
(Adverse Reactions)
SIDE EFFECTS
Allergic sensitization has been reported following both oral and parenteral administration of folacin (folic acid). Paresthesia, somnolence, nausea and headaches have been reported with pyridoxine. Mild transient diarrhea, polycythemia vera, itching, transitory exanthema, and the feeling of swelling of the entire body has been associated with cyanocobalamin.
Read the entire FDA prescribing information for Foltx (Folacin, Cyanocobalamin & Pyridoxine) »
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Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
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