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Available without a prescription. Call to add to a pickup.
Medication information
Supplement
Folic Acid
Folate supplement for pregnancy and certain medical situations
Folic acid is recommended before and during pregnancy to reduce the chance of neural tube defects. It is also used in certain medical regimens (Methotrexate, anemia management).
How the pharmacy helps
We stock 1 mg and 5 mg tablets. Patients trying to conceive often take 0.4–1 mg daily; higher doses are individualized.
Access framing
Available without a prescription. Call to add to a pickup.
Forms and strengths
Medication entries grouped here
Strengths, dosage forms, brands, or package entries may vary. Your prescription label and pharmacist counselling are the instructions to follow.
| Brand / Generic | Strength | Form | DIN | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Folic Acid Folic Acid | 5mg | Tablet | Active |
Ideally 2–3 months before trying to conceive.
It reduces several common Methotrexate side effects without blocking the medication's action.
Higher doses are not always better. Talk to the pharmacist about your situation.
Have questions about this medication?
Call the pharmacy or bring the medication to the counter. We can help compare labels, dosing schedules, storage needs, and questions to ask your prescriber.
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