INTRODUCTION

Sysfol Tablet is a vitamin supplement, used in the treatment and prevention of anaemia caused by a folic acid deficiency in both adults and children, anaemia in pregnancy, anaemia, as a side effect from treatment with certain medicines, anaemia due to damaged red blood cells and in patients on kidney dialysis. Sysfol Tablet can also be given to women before and during pregnancy to prevent spina bifida (an abnormality of the spine caused by deficiency of folic acid) in babies. It contains Folic Acid as an active ingredient.

Folic acid is a vitamin B9 essential in the production and maintenance of new cells. It helps to form red blood cells. Thus, helps to treat and prevent anaemia.

Always take Sysfol Tablet as advised by the physician. Swallow the Sysfol tablet as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the tablet.

KEY COMPOSITION

• Folic Acid

THERAPEUTIC USES OF SYSFOL TABLET

Treatment and prevention of:

• anaemia caused by a folic acid deficiency in both adults and children
• anaemia in pregnancy
• anaemia, as a side effect of treatment with certain medicines
• anaemia due to damaged red blood cells
• anaemia in patients on kidney dialysis.

To prevent spina bifida before and during pregnancy

SIDE EFFECTS OF SYSFOL TABLET

Sysfol Tablet may cause loss of appetite, nausea, bloating, flatulence, worsening of the symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency in some individuals. Consult your doctor if you notice any such side effects while using Sysfol Tablet.

SAFETY ADVICE

• Always take Sysfol Tablet as advised by your physician
• Swallow the Sysfol tablet as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the tablet. Your doctor will fix the correct dose and frequency for you based on your age, body weight and disease condition
• Do not use if you are allergic to any of its components
• Sysfol Tablet can be used in pregnant women, to treat anaemia
• Inform your doctor if you are a breastfeeding woman, before taking Sysfol Tablet
• It is not recommended if you have cancer (unless you have anaemia due to a deficiency of folic acid)
• It should be used with caution in patients with pernicious anaemia (preventing the absorption of vitamin B12) or vitamin B12 deficiency, a tumour, kidney failure and undergoing dialysis or are receiving a coronary stent in patients with heart diseases
• Inform your doctor on all the medicines you use, including prescription, over-the-counter medications and herbal supplements

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep out of reach of children
• Store at below 30°C in a dry place. Protect from light and moisture

FAQs ABOUT SYSFOL TABLET

Q: What is the use of Sysfol Tablet?

A: Sysfol Tablet is vitamin supplement, used in the treatment and prevention of: anaemia caused by a folic acid deficiency in both adults and children, anaemia in pregnancy, anaemia, as a side effect from treatment with certain medicines, anaemia due to damaged red blood cells and in patients on kidney dialysis. It can also be given to women before and during pregnancy to prevent spina bifida (an abnormality of the spine caused by a deficiency of folic acid) in babies.

Q: How does Sysfol Tablet work?

A: Folic acid is a vitamin B9 essential in the production and maintenance of new cells. It helps to form red blood cells. Thus, helps to treat and prevent anaemia.

Q: Who should not use Sysfol Tablet?

A: Sysfol Tablet is not recommended if you have cancer (unless you have anaemia due to a deficiency of folic acid). Consult your doctor before taking it.

Q: Who should use Sysfol Tablet with caution?

A: Sysfol Tablet should be used with caution in patients with pernicious anaemia (preventing the absorption of vitamin B12) or vitamin B12 deficiency, a tumour, kidney failure and undergoing dialysis or are receiving a coronary stent in patients with heart diseases.

Q: What are the side effects of taking Sysfol Tablet?

A: Sysfol Tablet may cause loss of appetite, nausea, bloating, flatulence, worsening of the symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency in some individuals. Consult your doctor if you notice any such side effects while using Sysfol Tablet.

REFERENCES

1. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.6998.pdf

2. https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002408.htm