About calcium + folic acid
Vitamin and mineral supplement
Used for
- Supplements calcium and folate when dietary intake is inadequate
- Helps prevent folate deficiency
- Supports bone health
- Folic acid helps prevent neural tube defects before and during pregnancy
Usual adult dose
Usually taken daily; the amount depends on dietary intake, deficiency, and the product's dosing instructions.
Common side effects
- Constipation
- Bloating or gas
- Nausea
- Rare allergic reactions
Important warnings
- Excess calcium may cause kidney stones or high blood calcium
- Kidney disease may increase risks from calcium supplements
- Folic acid can mask vitamin B12 deficiency
- Other supplements may duplicate calcium or folic acid intake
Pregnancy
Calcium and folic acid are generally safe at recommended amounts. Folic acid is important before conception and during early pregnancy.
Breastfeeding
Generally compatible with breastfeeding at recommended amounts.
Interactions
- Calcium reduces absorption of levothyroxine; separate by four hours
- Calcium reduces absorption of some antibiotics and oral bisphosphonates
- Folic acid may affect phenytoin and other seizure medicines
- Folic acid use with methotrexate depends on the treatment plan
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.