Folic Acid Injection (IV) 50 mg Per 10 mL Multi Dose Vial is the gold standard solution for patients needing fast, effective intravenous folate supplementation. Each vial delivers a potent concentration of 5 mg/mL, ideal for treating severe deficiency, supporting parenteral nutrition, and optimizing patient outcomes in hospital, clinic, or pharmacy settings.
Benefits & Features
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Treats and Prevents Folic Acid Deficiency
- Rapidly corrects low folate levels in patients unable to absorb oral supplements.
- Essential for hospital patients with gastrointestinal disorders, bowel surgery, alcoholism, or chronic illness.
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Megaloblastic Anemia Therapy
- First-line treatment for anemia due to folate deficiency.
- Supports healthy production of red blood cells and DNA synthesis.
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Critical for Pregnancy and Fetal Health
- Used in prenatal and periconceptional care for high-risk pregnancies or those unable to use oral folic acid.
- Reduces the risk of neural tube defects and other congenital abnormalities.
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Vital Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) Additive
- Maintains optimal folate levels in patients on total parenteral nutrition (TPN).
- Supports cell division, tissue repair, and rapid growth in clinical recovery and malnourished patients.
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Methotrexate Toxicity Management
- Integral IV supplement to reduce the toxic effects of methotrexate and other folate-antagonist drugs.
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Flexible Multi-Dose Vial
- Convenient 10 mL vial (5 mg/mL) for customizable and cost-effective dosing by healthcare professionals.
Clinical Indications & Uses
- IV folic acid for severe folate deficiency
- Treatment and prevention of megaloblastic (macrocytic) anemia
- Folic acid supplementation in pregnancy, especially for those at high risk or with malabsorption
- Folate support in TPN or PPN parenteral nutrition
- Antidote for methotrexate toxicity and as rescue therapy
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Neural tube defect prevention in women of childbearing age unable to take oral folate.
Dosage & Administration
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Usual Adult Dose (IV): 1–5 mg daily, individualized by clinical status and deficiency severity
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TPN Supplementation: 0.4–1 mg/day typically added to IV nutrition solutions
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Methotrexate Toxicity: Dose as directed by protocol or physician guidance
Dilute in compatible IV fluids and administer as a slow intravenous injection or infusion as per institutional protocol. Only administer under medical supervision.
Pregnancy & Lactation Safety
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Highly recommended during pregnancy for high-risk women, those with insufficient oral intake, or absorption issues.
- Essential for fetal neural tube and brain development.
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Compatible with breastfeeding in standard therapeutic dosing.
Side Effects & Safety Information
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Common Side Effects: Injection site discomfort, mild rash, allergic reactions (rare).
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Serious Side Effects: Hypersensitivity or anaphylaxis (extremely rare), bronchospasm.
- Monitor patient for adverse reactions and always use under medical direction.
Product Details
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Product: Folic Acid Injection IV Supplement, Multi Dose Vial
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Concentration: 50 mg/10 mL (5 mg/mL)
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Presentation: 10 mL multi-dose vial
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Route: Intravenous (IV) or Intramuscular (IM) as clinically appropriate
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For: Hospital, pharmacy, or clinical use only
Why Choose IV Folic Acid Injection?
- Immediate, reliable absorption for patients with oral intolerance or severe need
- Essential support for anemia, pregnancy, TPN, and chemotherapy
- Cost-effective, hospital-grade solution in convenient multi-dose packaging
- Trusted by clinicians to prevent and reverse folic acid deficiency complications
Folic Acid Injection IV—The fast-acting, effective solution for folate deficiency, anemia, pregnancy support, and complete parenteral nutrition. Choose the trusted hospital standard today!