CYFOLAC CAP

Overview

CYFOLAC CAP is a Schedule H drug.

CYFOLAC CAP is composed of: LACTOBACILLUS (120 MG), CYANOCOBALAMIN (15 MCG), FOLIC ACID (1.5 MG)


Cyanocobalamin is a man-made form of vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is important for growth, cell reproduction, blood formation, and protein and tissue synthesis. Cyanocobalamin is used to tret vitamin B12 deficiency in people with pernicious anemia and other conditions.
Folic acid is a type of B vitamin that is normally found in foods such as dried beans, peas, lentils, oranges, whole-wheat products, liver, asparagus, beets, broccoli, brussels sprouts, and spinach.Folic acid helps your body produce and maintain new cells, and also helps prevent changes to DNA that may lead to cancer.As a medication, folic acid is used to treat folic acid deficiency and certain types of anemia (lack of red blood cells) caused by folic acid deficiency.Folic acid is sometimes used in combination with other medications to treat pernicious anemia. It plays a vital role in the formation of red blood cells, which carry oxygen throughout the body. It is also essential in pregnancy due to its role in the development of the unborn baby’s brain and spinal cord.

Usage

CYANOCOBALAMIN is generally used to treat: Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Anemia
CYANOCOBALAMIN can address symptoms like: Chest Pain, Head Headache, Dizziness, Face Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Legs Pain, Frequent Urination

FOLIC ACID is generally used to treat: Anemia, Pernicious Anemia, Vitamin B Deficiency

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

CYFOLAC CAP is generally taken Before Food.

Precautions for CYFOLAC CAP and its Constituents

Take the extended-release tablet with a full glass of water.  Do not substitute folic acid for this medication. Perform lab tests for blood regularly, to monitor the progress. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication. Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney and liver disease, pregnancy, breast-feeding and allergy to cobalt.

• Folic Acid is used for the treatment of folic acid deficiency.
• It is also taken before and during pregnancy to decrease the risk of defects in the neural tube, which forms the spinal cord in the baby.
• Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures as you may need a higher dose of the seizure medicines than what you normally take.
• You should not use this medication if you have ever had an allergic reaction to folic acid.Take folic acid exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.
• Follow the directions on your prescription label.
• Take folic acid with a full glass of water.
• Follow your doctor’s instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages.
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of long-term infection, seizure disorder, liver problems and kidney dialysis.

Symptoms of Overdosage

FOLIC ACID over-dosage can result in: Mouth Pain, Weakness (generalized), Fatigue (tiredness), Confusion, Difficulty Concentrating

Common Side-Effects

CYANOCOBALAMIN : Anemia, Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Chest Pain, Head Headache, Dizziness, Face Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Legs Pain, Frequent Urination
FOLIC ACID : Depression, Nausea, Loss Of Appetite, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Difficulty Sleeping, Restless Or Irritability, Unusual Taste In Mouth

Rare Side-Effects

FOLIC ACID : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Fever, Body Discomfort, Wheezing, Shortness Of Breath, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

FOLIC ACID can interfere with: Anemia

Technical Classification

CYANOCOBALAMIN is categorized as: VITAMINS / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS
FOLIC ACID is categorized as: VITAMINS / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS

Available Alternatives for CYFOLAC CAP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

CYFOLAC CAP

INR 25 for 10 CAPSULES

LACTOBACILLUS 120 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 15 MCG, FOLIC ACID 1.5 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ABSOLUT 3G CAP	INR 163 for 10 CAPSULES	LUTEIN 250 MCG, VITAMIN D3 220 IU, FOLIC ACID 150 MCG, BIOTIN 100 MCG, EICOSAPENTAENOIC ACID 90 MG, DOCOSAHEXAENOIC ACID(DHA) 60 MG, GRAPE SEED EXTRACT 57.5 MG, LACTOBACILLUS 50 MILLIONCELLS, WHEAT GERM OIL 25 MG, CHOLINE 25 MG, NIACINAMIDE 20 MG, CITRUS BIOFLAVONOID 20 MG, CALCIUM ACETATE 20 MG, PHOSPHORUS 15.45 MG, GINGKO BILOBA 10 MG, VITAMIN K 10 MCG, BENFOTIAMINE 1.5 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 1 MCG
ABSOLUT CAP	INR 110 for 10CAPSULES	BETA-CAROTENE 2500 IU, LUTEIN 250 MCG, VITAMIN D3 200 IU, FOLIC ACID 150 MCG, IODINE 150 MCG, BORON 150 MCG, BIOTIN 100 MCG, CALCIUM ACETATE 75 MG, CHROMIUM 65 MCG, PHOSPHORUS 58 MG, LACTOBACILLUS 50 MILLIONCELLS, MAGNESIUM 50 MG, VITAMIN C 50 MG, MOLYBDENUM 25 MCG, CHOLINE 25 MG, VITAMIN E 25 MG, CITRUS BIOFLAVONOID 20 MG, NIACINAMIDE 20 MG, SELENIUM 20 MCG, ZINC 15 MG, TIN 10 MCG, GREEN TEA 10 MG, VITAMIN K 10 MCG, VANADIUM 10 MCG, CARBONYL IRON 10 MG, CHLORIDE SALT 7.2 MG, PANTOTHENIC ACID 5 MG, NICKEL 5 MCG, POTASSIUM 4 MG, RIBOFLAVIN 2 MG, THIAMINE 2 MG, SILICON 2 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 1 MCG, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 1 MG, COPPER 0.5 MG
BECELAC FORTE CAP	INR 55 for 15 CAPSULES	LACTOBACILLUS 2000 MILLIONSPORES, BIOTIN 100 MCG, NIACIAMIDE 100 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 15 MCG, FOLIC ACID 1.5 MG
E MUST CAP	INR 189 for 10 CAPSULES	VITAMIN D3 200 IU, FOLIC ACID 150 MCG, BIOTIN 100 MCG, EICOSAPENTAENOIC ACID 90 MG, DOCOSAHEXAENOIC ACID(DHA) 60 MG, CALCIUM ACETATE 45 MG, GINSENG 42.5 MG, WHEAT GERM OIL 25 MG, NIACINAMIDE 20 MG, CITRUS BIOFLAVONOID 20 MG, GRAPE SEED EXTRACT 15 MG, MIXED CAROTENE 11.33 MG, GREEN TEA 10 MG, GINGKO BILOBA 10 MG, MENADIONE 10 MCG, LACTOBACILLUS 5 MILLIONSPORES, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 1 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 1 MCG, BENFOTIAMINE 1.5 MG
HYCIBEX CAP	INR 10.2 for 6 CAPSULES	LACTOBACILLUS 1000 , ASCORBIC ACID 75 MG, NIACINAMIDE 50 MG, THIAMINE MONONITRATE 10 MG, RIBOFLAVIN 10 MG, PANTOTHENIC ACID 10 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 5 MCG, PYRIDOXINE 3 MG, FOLIC ACID 1.5 MG
NUTROLIN-B PLUS CAPS CAP	INR 11.62 for 10 CAPSULES	FOLIC ACID 750 MCG, LACTOBACILLUS 40 MILLIONCELLS, NICOTINAMIDE 25 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 7.5 MCG, THIAMINE MONONITRATE 3 MG, RIBOFLAVIN 3 MG, PYRIDOXINE 1 MG
Z3 PLUS CAP	INR 240 for 10 CAPSULES	LACTOBACILLUS 500 MILLIONCELLS, LUTEIN 250 MCG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 200 IU, IODINE 150 MCG, FOLIC ACID 150 MCG, BIOTIN 100 MCG, EICOSAPENTAENOIC ACID 90 MG, DOCOSAHEXAENOIC ACID(DHA) 60 MG, CALCIUM ACETATE 45 MG, GINSENG 42.5 MG, FERROUS FUMARATE 30 MG, CHOLINE 25 MG, WHEAT GERM OIL 25 MG, NIACINAMIDE 20 MG, CALCIUM ACETATE 20 MG, CITRUS BIOFLAVONOID 20 MG, PHOSPHORUS 15.45 MG, GRAPE SEED EXTRACT 15 MG, ZINC 15 MG, GINGKO BILOBA 10 MG, VITAMIN K 10 MCG, POLYPHENOLS 10 MG, PIPERINE 5 MG, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 1 MG, BENFOTIAMINE 1.5 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 1 MCG