This vitamin B group with a water-soluble texture has an effect on the functioning of the necessary receptors. With regular use of folic acid, the benefit extends to all vital parts of the body.
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Composition and form of release
The vitamin is produced in the form of yellow tablets and a round shape. It has no smell and pungent taste. The active compound is folic acid. In one tablet - 1 mg of the substance. Auxiliary components are present: sucrose, talc, stearic acid and dextrose. Tablets are sold in packaging (one blister contains from 10 pieces) or in small jars. Total amount - from 50 pieces.
Benefits and harms of folic acid
Scientists are still arguing about the benefits of folic acid for the body and the harm it can cause to health.
Vitamin A is very important for people after 40 years and during pregnancy.
Thanks to his participation, the metabolism of all enzymes is accelerated, new cells are formed and nucleic acids are actively synthesized. In addition, it improves blood circulation.
In its natural form, folic acid is found in peanuts, parsley, legumes, liver, spinach, broccoli, oranges, buckwheat and sprouted wheat.
The main symptoms indicating a deficiency of this vitamin:
- anemia;
- increased anxiety;
- strong unreasonable fear;
- irritability;
- digestion disorder;
- memory losses;
- stomatitis;
- skin and hair problems;
- decreased overall activity.
However, folic acid is of particular importance for women in treating symptoms of depression and stress.Men take it in order to maintain the required level of testosterone. In addition, vitamin B9 supplies important elements of the immune and cardiovascular systems, regulates the central nervous system.
After a long study, it was decided that this tool does not cause harm. But its overabundance increases the risk of formation of stones in the genitourinary system, as well as the development of breast cancer.
Children under 16 years of age produce B9 vitamins in the right amount, so they do not need to take supplements.
Instructions for use, dosage of vitamin B9
The medicine is taken orally and washed down with a glass of boiled water, preferably on an empty stomach or at another time half an hour before meals. Depending on the indications, the desired dosage is prescribed. For anemia caused by a lack of folic acid, it is necessary to take 1 tablet daily. Avitaminosis is treated with 2 tablets, which are taken in the morning and evening. During pregnancy, the dosage is determined by the attending physician. The duration of the course depends on the degree of the disease and the level of red blood cells in the blood. B9 vitamins contribute to an increase in hemoglobin.
How to take when planning pregnancy
Every woman planning a pregnancy knows how useful this drug is. Gynecologists advise starting a course of vitamin B9 several months before conception. It contributes to the fertilization of the egg. To do this, you should drink 2 tablets every day for about a month - as a result, a cumulative effect occurs, and ovulation gradually improves.
Men can also prepare for the future conception, taking 1 tablet daily for a month for prevention.
Folic acid during pregnancy promotes proper DNA construction during fetal formation. For all three trimesters, you need to use 1-3 tablets.
The instructions for use say that it is better to exceed the dose than to have a vitamin deficiency.
Interaction with other substances
Folic acid inhibits the absorption of barbiturates in plasma. Antacids (potassium, aluminum, calcium) reduce the effectiveness of absorption of the drug. During treatment, first use antacids, and after a few hours - folic acid. Means such as Pyrimethamine and Methotrexate remove the drug from the body faster than usual, preventing its synthesis with blood cells. If you need to take the above substances, then vitamin B9 is better to replace with calcium folinate. "Cyanocobalamin" improves its effectiveness. In combination with iodine, the substance in the body is absorbed much better.
Contraindications and side effects
Some pathologies exclude the possibility of taking folic acid, for example:
- insufficient amount of cyanocobalamin in human blood, in other words, B12 vitamins;
- individual intolerance to the components of the drug;
- sucrose deficiency;
- allergic reactions to fructose;
- a small amount of isomaltase in the digestive tract;
- age up to 16 years;
- renal failure.
Before the appointment, the attending physician takes into account all types of contraindications. Folic acid is a natural substance, so it does not cause any special side effects. In rare cases, allergy symptoms appear in the form of a rash, itching or urticaria, bronchospasm is less often diagnosed. Nausea can occur, reaching up to vomiting, which is a clear signal of an excess of the drug. At the beginning of the reception, a drowsy state occurs, passing after some time.
Folic acid is a vitamin that is necessary for both men and women. At certain times, it becomes vital. However, when taking it, as in the case of other vitamin supplements, the main thing is to try to avoid a possible overdose.
