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What is the trade name for Folic Acid?
What is the therapeutic class of Folic Acid?
What is the pharmacological class of Folic Acid?
Water soluble vitamins
What is the mechanism of action (MOA) of Folic Acid?
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What is the primary use of Folic Acid?
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What are the contraindications for Folic Acid?
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What are common adverse reactions/side effects of Folic Acid?
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What is the typical dosage of Folic Acid?
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What nursing implications should be considered when administering Folic Acid?
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Study Notes
Folic Acid Overview
- Trade names include folate and Folvite.
- Classified under antianemics and vitamins in its therapeutic class.
- Belongs to the water-soluble vitamins pharmacological class.
Mechanism of Action
- Stimulates production of red blood cells (RBC), white blood cells (WBC), and platelets in the body.
Clinical Use
- Primarily used for the prevention and treatment of megaloblastic and macrocytic anemias.
Contraindications
- Not recommended for patients with uncorrected pernicious anemia, aplastic anemia, or normocytic anemia.
Adverse Reactions and Side Effects
- Potential side effects include rash, irritability, difficulty sleeping, malaise, confusion, and fever.
Dosage Information
- Initial dosage is typically 1 mg/day, followed by a maintenance dose of 0.5 mg/day, administered via oral (PO), intramuscular (IM), intravenous (IV), or subcutaneous (subcut) routes.
Nursing Implications
- Nurses should assess patients for signs of megaloblastic anemia, such as fatigue, weakness, and dyspnea, before and during treatment.
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Test your knowledge on folic acid with these flashcards. Covering trade names, therapeutic classes, mechanisms of action, and uses, this quiz will enhance your understanding of this essential vitamin. Ideal for students in medical or nursing courses.
