Side Effects:

Common Nausea, Abdominal distension, Decreased appetite, Flatulence.

Common Nausea, Headache, Abdominal pain, Constipation, Flatulence, Diarrhoea.

Expert advice for Folic Acid

Do not take folic acid, if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to folic acid or any of the other ingredients.
Talk to your doctor, if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Expert advice for Pantrix Tablet
Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after taking it for 14 days as you may be suffering from some other problem that needs attention. Pantrix can decrease magnesium levels in blood. Get your magnesium levels checked regularly. You may need a magnesium supplement or need to discontinue your medicine.  Inform your doctor if you are suffering from osteoporosis as Pantrix can weaken your bones by decreasing calcium levels in blood. You may need a calcium supplement, preferably calcium citrate. Pantrix is a well-tolerated medicine and provides relief for a long time. It may take a few days to show its effect. You can take an antacid for a quick relief during this time unless your doctor has asked you not to use them. Once you start feeling better, do not stop taking your medicine. Take it for the duration as advised by your doctor

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Does folic acid contain iron?
Folic acid is a component of the B group of vitamins

Q. Can I take folic acid with iron supplement?
It does not contain iron and can be taken with iron supplement

Q. Does vitamin D have folic acid?
Folic acid is a component of the B group of vitamins and it does not have Vitamin D

Q. Is folic acid good for everyone/skin/health/polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)/hair loss/anemia?
Everyone needs folic acid for good health. It is good for skin, hair, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and anemia. However, patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding the use of folic acid

Q. What is Folvite/ Fol123/ Folvite MB tablet used for?
Folvite/ Fol123/ Folvite MB are the trade names for active drug folic acid. Folvite contains only folic acid which is a component of the B group of vitamins. While Fol123/ Folvite MB, in addition to folic acid also has other forms of vitamin B. In addition folic acid is also used for prevention of folate deficiency caused by some medicines (e.g. phenytoin, phenobarbital and primidone used to treat epilepsy), folate deficiency caused by long-term red blood cell damage or kidney dialysis However, patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding the dose and duration of use of folic acid

Q. How long can I take folic acid for?
Always follow the instructions of doctor regarding the dosage and duration

Q. Does folic acid have side effects increase weight/acidity?
Folic acid may have rare side effect like acidity, while it has no known effect on weight gain

Q. Can I take folic acid with birth control?
Folic acid supplementation does not affect birth control, and can be taken if you are suffering from anemia due to folic acid deficiency However, always follow the advice of the doctor regarding the dose and duration of use of folic acid

Q. Can I take folic acid with methotrexate/warfarin/calcium/metformin/antibiotics?
Folic acid may interact with medicines such as methotrexate/sulfonamide antibiotics (sulfasalazine, cotrimoxazole etc). It has no known effect if taken with warfarin/calcium/ metformin.

Q. What is Pantrix used for?
Pantrix is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) which is used for the treatment of conditions like heartburn, acid regurgitation, and stomach ulcers.

Q. Is Pantrix an antacid?
No, Pantrix is not an antacid, it belongs to a therapeutic group of drugs called proton pump inhibitors. It acts by decreasing acid secretion in the stomach while antacids neutralize the acid in the stomach and coat the stomach mucosa.

Q. Is Pantrix safe?
Pantrix is relatively safe if taken in prescribed dose for prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Q. Is Pantrix a painkiller?
No, Pantrix is not a painkiller. It is a proton pump inhibitor which is used for the treatment of conditions like heartburn, acid regurgitation, and stomach ulcers.

Q. Is Pantrix a proton pump inhibitor (PPI)?
Yes, Pantrix is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) which inhibits the secretion of hydrochloric acid in the stomach.

Q. Can I take Pantrix forever?
Pantrix should not be taken for a long time unless there is an indication for the medicine. Though generally safe, certain conditions like low magnesium levels and fractures are associated with long-term use. Consult your doctor before continuing the drug for a long time as you may need to get some tests done on a regular basis.

Q. Can I take Pantrix with ondansetron?
No relevant interactions have been reported between Pantrix and ondansetron. Consult your doctor before taking them together.

Q. Can I take Pantrix with azithromycin?
No clinically relevant interactions have been reported between Pantrix and azithromycin so far. Consult your doctor before taking these drugs together.

Q. Can I take Pantrix with Ibuprofen?
There are no interactions reported between Pantrix and ibuprofen when used together. However, you must consult your doctor before taking them together.

Q. Can I take Pantrix with ranitidine?
Both Pantrix and ranitidine work by lowering the acid secretion in the stomach for stomach ulcers and heartburn. There are no interactions reported between ranitidine and Pantrix if used together. However, studies have also shown no additional benefit in using ranitidine along with Pantrix. Please Consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Pantrix with amoxicillin?
No clinically relevant interaction has been reported between Pantrix Pantrix and amoxicillin. Please check with your doctor before taking these medicines together.

Q. Can I take Pantrix with antibiotics?
Various studies comparing the use of Pantrix while the patients were also taking different antibiotics revealed no clinically relevant interactions. However, always consult your doctor before taking Pantrix along with antibiotics.

Q. Can I take Pantrix with levothyroxine?
Absorption (time to reach blood) of levothyroxine may be delayed if it is taken with Pantrix. Consult your doctor before taking both the medicines together.

Q. Can I take Pantrix with other medications?
Pantrix can generally be taken safely with other drugs. But there are certain medications like anti-HIV drugs and anticoagulants which can have interaction with Pantrix and thus should not be combined or should be closely monitored when given together. Please consult your doctor if you need to take Pantrix with other medications.

Q. Can I take Pantrix with ciprofloxacin?
There are no interactions reported between Pantrix and ciprofloxacin. However, this does not mean interactions cannot occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Does Pantrix cause hair loss?
Hair loss has not been reported with the use of Pantrix. If you experience excessive hair loss while taking Pantrix, please consult your doctor.

Q. Does Pantrix cause constipation?
Both diarrhea and constipation have been reported as a common side effects of Pantrix in children and in adults. Consult your doctor if you experience intolerable side effects while taking Pantrix.

Q. Does Pantrix cause weight gain?
Change in weight has been associated with Pantrix. Consult your doctor if you have weight gain or weight loss during Pantrix use.

Q. Does Pantrix cause dry mouth?
Dry mouth has been reported as a side effect with Pantrix. Kindly consult your doctor if you have this problem while taking Pantrix.

Q. Does Pantrix cause gas?
Flatulence (gas), abdominal distension, and bloating (fullness) have been associated with Pantrix use. Consult your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms.

Q. Does Pantrix cause dementia?
Dementia has not been reported with Pantrix use. Consult your doctor if you have any symptoms of dementia.

Q. Does Pantrix cause diarrhea?
Diarrhea is one of the most commonly occurring side effects with the use of Pantrix. Do consult your doctor if you have any such symptom.

Q. Does Pantrix expire?
Yes, like any other medicine, Pantrix has an expiry date. Please check the expiry date mentioned on the pack before taking the medicine.

Q. Does Pantrix contain aluminum or magnesium?
Pantrix does not commonly contain aluminum or magnesium as an excipient (additional substance) or as a coating. Please read the package insert available with the medicine for further information.