Vitamin complex "Folio": instructions for use

Folio® is a dietary supplement for women planning motherhood during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• especially for women planning pregnancy, pregnant and breastfeeding
• at the dosage recommended by the World Health Organization
• produced in pharmaceutical production in accordance with international GMP quality standards
• for the prevention of congenital malformations associated with folic acid and iodine deficiency
• for the health of the mother and the birth of a strong, healthy baby

Composition and release form

The dietary supplement is available in tablets for oral administration and is sold in pharmacies in dispenser packs of 150 pieces. As already mentioned, the active components of the drug are iodine (potassium iodide) and folic acid. They are included in the composition in quantities of 200 and 400 mcg (in one tablet), respectively. In addition, the dietary supplement "Folio" (the instructions for use contain this information) contains excipients, including MCC (E460), glucose, lactose, magnesium stearate (E470), silicic acid, talc (E553).

Drug interactions

When using Folio, please note that:

• Antacids can significantly reduce the absorption of folic acid;
• Antituberculosis and antiepileptic drugs help reduce the amount of folate in serum;
• When taken simultaneously with potassium-sparing diuretics, a disturbance in the activity of iodine may occur;
• An increase in the rate of removal of folic acid from the body results from simultaneous administration with sulfonamides, nitrofurans and hypoglycemic drugs.

Indications for use

The vitamin complex is recommended as a source of iodine and folacins during pregnancy in order to prevent congenital malformations that are associated with a lack of iodine and folic acid in the mother's body. The dietary supplement “Folio” is also prescribed when planning pregnancy and after the birth of the baby - during the lactation period. Taking a vitamin complex normalizes a woman’s health and contributes to the birth of a healthy child.

pharmachologic effect

The active substances of Folio, participating in hematopoiesis, help compensate for the deficiency of both folic acid and iodine in the body.

Lack of folic acid leads to the accumulation of homocysteine ​​in the blood plasma, which is a marker of atherosclerotic changes.

Folic acid deficiency during pregnancy increases the risk of developing birth defects that are caused by defects in the neural tube, and is also one of the main causes of anemia. The use of Folio during pregnancy helps protect the fetus from malnutrition and prematurity.

The active component iodine, which is part of Folio, is found in thyroid hormones such as thyroxine and triiodothyronine. Against the background of iodine deficiency in the body, cretinism and endemic goiter often develop.

In addition, the use of Folio, according to reviews, helps to compensate for the deficiency of iodine and folic acid during lactation in nursing mothers.

Component Properties

Folic acid is a water-soluble vitamin B9. It is partially synthesized in the intestines, but a person receives the bulk of the vitamin from food. B9 is involved in the formation of deoxyribonucleic and ribonucleic acids, takes an active part in the biosynthesis of essential (methionine, glycine) and non-essential amino acids. The vitamin also ensures the exchange of proteins that are necessary for the proper formation of organs and tissues, thereby reducing the likelihood of developmental defects and reducing the risk of fetal malnutrition and prematurity. In addition, folic acid takes part in the maturation of megaloblasts and the process of hematopoiesis. Its deficiency in the body becomes the main cause of anemia during pregnancy. Among other things, vitamin B9 regulates the formation of neural tissue in the embryo, thus preventing the occurrence of neural tube defects.

Iodine is a trace element necessary for the full functioning of the thyroid gland, which regulates the maturation of the fetal nervous tissue. If iodine deficiency occurs during the lactation period, hypogalactia develops. By the end of the 1st trimester of pregnancy, the thyroid gland of the unborn child begins to produce hormones, and its only source of iodine is the element circulating in the mother’s body. With intrauterine deficiency of this microelement, spontaneous miscarriages develop, and serious consequences can occur in the form of slower development of the lungs and bone tissue, impaired formation of the brain and associated underdevelopment of the central nervous system. Also, iodine deficiency in the fetus and newborn is fraught with delayed mental and psychomotor development, and hearing defects.

What is included in Folio and which substance is responsible for what?

Let's take a closer look at the substances that Folio supplies the body of the mother and fetus. This:

1. Folic acid , also known as vitamin B9. It improves cell development and has a positive effect on their growth and division. Increases immunity. Ensures the normal functioning of the nervous system and is responsible for the condition of the nerve fiber sheaths; in the fetus, it ensures the normal formation of the neural tube. Also responsible for the production of amino acids: glycine, amyotin. Plays an important role in protein metabolism. Due to all this, the risk of developing many defects in the fetus is greatly reduced.
2. Iodine is a highly absorbable component that remains in a woman’s body, accumulating in the thyroid gland. Iodine is necessary for the development of the embryo, and it can only receive it from the mother through the placenta and the general bloodstream. Iodine is also necessary during breastfeeding; if there is not enough of it, hypogalactia may develop. Therefore, the drug is taken after the birth of the child. Iodine is so important for pregnant women that if it is deficient, a miscarriage can even occur.
3. Additional components . As excipients, the preparation contains glucose, lactose, silicic acid and talc.

Additionally

For those women who are planning a pregnancy, it is recommended to start taking the drug immediately after stopping contraceptives, especially oral contraceptives, which cause a lack of folic acid and disrupt folate kinetics. During the planning stage, you should take the dietary supplement for at least four weeks. During treatment of any thyroid pathology, Folio should be used with caution. Before starting treatment, you should consult your doctor; treatment adjustments may be necessary.

Contraindications and side effects

Despite all the beneficial properties of the components included in the composition, there are a number of reasons when the use of Folio is prohibited , such as:

• individual intolerance to any of the components included in the drug;
• Graves' disease;

• neurosis;
• tuberculosis;
• some forms of dermatitis.

If you take the medicine in dosages prescribed by your doctor, without exceeding them, then no side effects will occur. No data on overdoses were found.

Folio: instructions for use during pregnancy

Folio is not a medicine, but this does not exclude a preliminary consultation with a doctor before taking it. Both at the planning stage and directly during pregnancy, Folio is taken only in accordance with the recommended dosage.

Indications for use of Folio during pregnancy

All indications for use of Folio during pregnancy are indicated in the instructions:

• Deficiency of iodine and folic acid during lactation.
• Pregravid preparation.
• Gestational period.
• Any condition of a woman that requires additional intake of iodine and B9.

Dosage of Folio during pregnancy and at the planning stage

The regimen for taking Folio when planning pregnancy or after its onset is selected individually. The gynecologist makes a decision based on the woman’s nutritional principles, the severity of signs of B9 deficiency, and the tolerability of the Folio drug.

Folio should be taken no later than 30 days before planned conception. After successful fertilization, the drug is continued until the 12th week of gestation or longer, if indicated.

Folio tablets are taken daily at any time convenient for the woman. You must take 1 Folio tablet per day, unless your doctor chooses a different dosage regimen.

On a note! Many women who take Folio during pregnancy do not know until how long it is necessary to continue therapy. Gynecologists recommend taking pills until the 12th week of gestation, even if there are no signs of iodine and B9 deficiency.

When is Folio not recommended?

Folio has several strict contraindications. The main reason for not taking Folio is individual sensitivity to the drug. For example, after taking the first pill, a woman may experience any allergic reaction - from a rash to acute angioedema. In such cases, taking Folio is strictly prohibited.

The following pathologies in the history of a woman who is pregnant or just planning to conceive are also contraindications to taking Folio:

• neurosis;
• autoimmune thyroiditis;
• thyrotoxicosis (excess thyroid hormones);
• lactose intolerance (it appears in the additional composition);
• allergic dermatitis;
• tuberculosis.

On a note! Taking Folio in the correct dosage completely eliminates the development of side effects. In case of overdose, signs of excess iodine in the body may appear - hand tremors, dizziness, nausea.

Drug interactions Folio

To maximize the benefits of taking Folio, consider several treatment rules:

• If a woman takes antacids for heartburn during pregnancy, the bioavailability of B9 decreases. To improve the absorption of the vitamin, it is necessary to separate the intake of the antacid and Folio, for example, take vitamins in the morning and antacids in the evening.
• Sulfonamides can speed up the elimination of Folio components during pregnancy, so taking them is undesirable.
• Any potassium-sparing drug can impair iodine absorption.

Analogues of Folio

Folio analogues for active components are not produced. If necessary, after a medical consultation, you can select one of the drug analogues with a similar therapeutic effect in various dosage forms:

• Pastilles – Duovit Memo;
• Dragee – Eleutherococcus plus, Salvia P, Leuzea P;
• Powder – Alcogal, Viusid;
• Tablets and capsules – Alkoshield, Aloeform Neo, Betaferol, Vitamin C with rose hips, Betacarotene, Antislag, Biolivit, Ginseng, Milikar, Lesmin, Neovitin, Mnogosil, Ravsin, Silettum, Optinat, UroVit, Splatinate, Fitoreumatitis, Enerlit-Klima, Yantarite, Prostabiol and Magnelact.

Reviews: “Folio” is a drug for eliminating the deficiency of nutrients

Of course, before starting to take any medicine, even if it’s just vitamins, expectant mothers are interested in all possible information. So what do the reviews indicate?

"Folio" is a truly effective biological supplement that compensates for the deficiency of folic acid and iodine. Thus, the risk of various complications during pregnancy is reduced. For example, during this period, many women experience malfunctions of the thyroid gland, which is associated with changes in general hormonal levels, as well as iodine deficiency. On the other hand, folic acid ensures normal fetal development, which is also extremely important.

Reviews confirm that this dietary supplement rarely causes any side effects. By the way, the drug has analogues - these are Likarom, Alkoshchit, Vazoleptin, Lakrinat, Veteron-E and many others.

What are the disadvantages of the drug "Folio"? The price is perhaps the only negative point. Packaging costs about 500–700 rubles. On the other hand, it is enough for the entire course.

Folio: reviews during pregnancy

Anastasia:

“My baby is already 2.5 years old. When I found out that I was pregnant, I immediately went to the doctor. It was he who immediately assigned me Folio. Before this, I had not liked this kind of medication, but when I heard about the serious consequences of a lack of iodine and folk, I immediately ran to the pharmacy to get these vitamins. After starting to take the pills, I noticed a strong surge of strength, and nausea became less frequent. It may have coincided, but the gynecologist assured me that this was due to replenishment of iodine reserves. In a word, the entire pregnancy went without problems, the baby was born healthy and strong. I planned my second pregnancy with Folio.”

Svetlana:

“My first pregnancy went well without any vitamins in jars. When the baby grew up, I thought about a second baby, but then problems arose. No matter how hard my husband and I tried, we couldn’t conceive, so I went to the doctor. As it turned out, my follicle maturation process was disrupted, as well as endometrial insufficiency. The doctor prescribed Folio for three months and said that he was waiting for registration. And so it happened: at the next examination I was already pregnant. By the way, Folio was taken until the 14th week of pregnancy to support the fetus.”

Best before date

60 months

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