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Forpcos Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Forpcos Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Forpcos Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Forpcos Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Forpcos

Myo-Inositol(1gm)

Uses

Myo-Inositol is used in nutritional deficiencies.

How it works

Inositol works by relaxing the blood vessels and improving blood flow to the legs, toes and fingers, thereby relieving pain.

Common side effects

Nausea, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Postural hypotension (low blood pressure), Rash, Dizziness, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Generalized swelling, Headache, Vertigo, Vomiting
L-Methyl Folate(100mcg)

Uses

L-Methyl Folate is used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.

How it works

L-Methyl Folate provides essential nutrients.

Common side effects

Gastrointestinal discomfort, Bitter taste, Confusion, Taste change, Excitement, Hyperactivity, Impaired concentration, Impaired judgment, Irritation, Loss of appetite, Sleep disorder, Flatulence, Nausea
Vitamin D3(1000IU)

Uses

Vitamin D3 is used in the treatment of Vitamin D deficiency and osteoporosis.

How it works

Vitamin D3 is a form of vitamin D. It raises vitamin D levels in your blood. This in turn raises calcium levels in your blood by helping you absorb more calcium from food.

Common side effects

Increased calcium in urine, Loss of appetite, Increased calcium level in blood, Itching, Rash, Urticaria, Facial swelling, Genital edema, Dry skin, Nail disorder, Erythematous rash, Decreased prothrombin level in blood, Difficulty in swallowing, Weakness, Fatigue, Sleepiness, Headache, Dryness in mouth, Metallic taste, Nausea, Vomiting

SUBSTITUTES FOR Forpcos

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Expert advice FOR Forpcos

  • Do not use inositol if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to inositol or any other ingredients in formulation
  • Avoid using inositol if you recently had a heart attack or stroke, or chest pain or have been told that you have reduced blood supply to the brain
  • Do not use inositol if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding

Frequently asked questions FOR Forpcos

Myo-Inositol

Q. Is inositol a vitamin/ a sugar/ a sugar alcohol?
Inositol is a cyclic sugar alcohol used to treat intermittent claudication (pain in the legs whilst walking) and Raynaud's phenomenon (pain in limbs when exposed to cold or less blood supply)
Q. Is inositol water soluble?
It is soluble in water
Q. Can I take inositol with metformin/Prozac/ Paxil/ Clomid/ Celexa (citalopram)/ Seroquel/ Xanax/ Cymbalta?
Inositol doesn't seem to produce any major interaction with the above mentioned drugs. Consult your doctor if you are taking any medications along with inositol
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Q. Does inositol help with weight loss/ anxiety/ polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?
Inositol can help in weight loss and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) but there is no concrete evidence of its efficacy in anxiety
Q. Does inositol make you sleepy?
Inositol doesn't seem to have sleep inducing potential
Q. Is inositol a stimulant/ source of energy/ lower testosterone/ lower cholesterol?
Inositol is not a stimulant per se but it can be a source of energy because it is sugar alcohol. There is no concrete evidence about its ability to lower cholesterol or testosterone
Q. Is inositol safe to take?
Inositol is naturally occurring carbohydrate in body so chances of it causing adverse effects are minimal but still it is advisable to consult doctor regarding dose and duration of taking inositol.

L-Methyl Folate

Q. What is L-Methyl Folate? What is it used for?
L-Methyl Folate contains folate which is also known as folic acid (a form of Vitamin B). This medicine is used to treat or prevent deficiency of folate in the body. Folate plays an essential role in the production of red blood cells, and its deficiency can lead to anemia.
Q. Who should not take L-Methyl Folate?
You should not use this medication if you have ever had an allergic reaction to L-Methyl Folate or any of its ingredients. Before you take this medication, tell your doctor if you have a vitamin B12 deficiency, pernicious anemia or a history of bipolar disorder (manic depression). Also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.
Q. Is L-Methyl Folate effective?
L-Methyl Folate is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using L-Methyl Folate too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
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Q. How should L-Methyl Folate be taken?
L-Methyl Folate should be taken in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. However, it would be best to take it at the same time each day to avoid the chances of missing a dose.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of L-Methyl Folate?
If you forget a dose of L-Methyl Folate, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Q. Is L-Methyl Folate safe?
L-Methyl Folate is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Vitamin D3

Q. Is it better to take Vitamin D3 at night or in the morning?
You can take Vitamin D3 at any time of the day, morning, or night. However, there is limited information available about the best time to take Vitamin D3. Take it exactly as advised by your doctor.
Q. What are the benefits of taking Vitamin D3?
Vitamin D3 is important for maintaining bone health, support the health of the immune system, brain, and nervous system. It also regulates insulin levels and is also important for a healthy heart and blood vessels.
Q. How should Vitamin D3 be taken?
Vitamin D3 should be swallowed whole with water and should not be crushed or chewed. It is advised to take it with the main meal of the day to increase its absorption.
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Q. Who should not take Vitamin D3?
Vitamin D3 should not be taken by patients who are allergic to cholecalciferol, patients with increased levels of calcium in the blood or if there is presence of calcium in the urine. Its use should be avoided by patients who have kidney stones or have severe kidney problems.
Q. What happens if I take too much Vitamin D3?
Taking too much Vitamin D3 for a long period of time may increase the levels of calcium in the blood (hypercalcemia). This may cause weakness, fatigue, vomiting, diarrhea, sluggishness, kidney stones, increased blood pressure, and growth retardation in children.
Q. How much vitamin D should I take daily?
The daily requirement of vitamin D is 4000 IU/day. Since your diet may not be meeting the daily requirement of vitamin D, therefore you may need 1000 - 3000 IU/day of supplements of vitamin D. Vitamin D3 is a form of vitamin D which is used as a supplement in patients with vitamin D deficiency.
Q. What happens if vitamin D is low?
Low levels of vitamin D may cause rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults. Vitamin D deficiency may also increase the risk of diabetes mellitus 1, high blood pressure, depression, some cancers, and osteoporosis.

Content on this page was last updated on 15 September, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)