Product Summary

A premium folic acid supplement delivering 400ug per tablet. This 90-tablet bottle provides essential folate support for DNA synthesis, red blood cell formation, and prenatal health, tailored for women of childbearing age and individuals with increased folate needs in Kenya.

Key Benefits

• Prenatal Health: Critical for preventing neural tube defects (e.g., spina bifida) during early pregnancy.
• Cell Growth & Repair: Supports DNA synthesis and tissue regeneration.
• Blood Health: Aids in red blood cell formation to prevent folate-deficiency anemia.
• Heart Wellness: Helps regulate homocysteine levels for cardiovascular support.
• Cognitive Function: Promotes brain health and mental clarity.
• Pregnancy Planning: Vital for women trying to conceive or in early pregnancy.

Composition

Active Ingredient per Tablet:
Folic Acid (Folate): 400 ug

Other Ingredients:
Microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide (plant-derived).

Free From:
Gluten, GMOs, dairy, artificial colors, and preservatives.

Bioavailability:
Highly bioavailable synthetic form; readily absorbed for immediate use.

How to Use

Dosage: Take 1 tablet daily with food.

Timing:
Best taken with breakfast for consistent absorption.

Duration:

• Pregnancy Planning: Start 3 months before conception and continue through first trimester.
• General Use: Safe for long-term supplementation under medical guidance.

Potential Side Effects

Generally Safe: Well-tolerated at 400ug daily.

Possible Reactions:
Mild digestive upset (rare; reduce dose if persistent).

Precautions:
Avoid if:

• Diagnosed with B12 deficiency (folic acid may mask anemia symptoms).
• Taking antiepileptic drugs (e.g., phenytoin) or methotrexate (consult doctor).
• History of seizure disorders.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How long does one bottle last?
   90 days (1 tablet daily).

2. Why 400ug?
   WHO-recommended dose for women of childbearing age to prevent birth defects.

3. Is this only for pregnant women?
   No—supports anyone with folate deficiency, anemia, or heart health needs.

4. Can men take this?
   Yes—benefits heart health, cognition, and cell repair.

5. How does this benefit users in Kenya?

   • Dietary Gaps: Counters low folate in maize/bean-heavy diets.
   • Prenatal Care: Addresses high neural tube defect prevalence in East Africa.

6. Will it interact with malaria meds?
   No—safe with antimalarials (e.g., artemether-lumefantrine).

7. Can I take with iron supplements?
   Yes—often combined for anemia management.

8. Is it safe while breastfeeding?
   Yes—supports maternal and infant health.

Who Can Benefit

• Women planning pregnancy or in first trimester.
• Individuals with folate-deficiency anemia.
• Adults prioritizing heart and brain health.
• Those with limited intake of leafy greens, legumes, or fortified foods.
• Patients on medications that deplete folate (e.g., methotrexate).