Folate And B12

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Folate, also known as vitamin B9 and folacin,[6] is one of the B vitamins.[3] Manufactured folic acid, which is converted into folate by the body, is used as a dietary supplement and in food fortification as it is more stable during processing and storage.[7] Folate is required for the body to make DNA and RNA and metabolise amino acids necessary for cell division.[1][8] As humans cannot make folate, it is require...

CAN I BUT MENTANX TABLET PM OVER THE COUNTER ## Is your drug Metanx a prescription filled dosage? If it does require a prescription, then it is most likely not available over the counter, and I believe you would have to contact your physician to refill. You can get more information regarding Metanx by clicking on the link below... If you have any questions or concerns please post back so I can further help you find what your looking for. ## Many people experience problems with the methylation cycle in the body. This is too complicated to explain here but please study this as much as you can. I do not have diabetic neuropathy but do have macrocytosis (enlarged red blood cells). This is usually caused by low B12 and folate. The methyl forms of B12 and folate must be used for proper absorp...

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Folate, also known as vitamin B9 and folacin,[6] is one of the B vitamins.[3] Manufactured folic acid, which is converted into folate by the body, is used as a dietary supplement and in food fortification as it is more stable during processing and storage.[7] Folate is required for the body to make DNA and RNA and metabolise amino acids necessary for cell division.[1][8] As humans cannot make folate, it is require...

Why is this prescription form of Folate, B-12 and B-6 prescribed? Why not over the counter? ## Since you didn't provide a name brand or dosing, I can't be completely certain about this one in particular, but some of them are prescription only due to the amount of the vitamins that they contain. Some dosages aren't appropriate for someone that doesn't suffer a deficiency, as getting to much of some of them, especially B12 can be very dangerous. Learn more B vitamin details here. Are there any other questions or comments?

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Help!! I have been taking vit B supplements but the hematologist said my body can't metabolize regular supplements b/c I have one strand of dna with MTHFR mutation. He said I need Foltx b/c my body can metabolize that type of vit B. What is the difference? it is expensive?! ## From what I've researched, Foltx reportedly contains the following B vitamins: Folacin + Cyanocobalamin + Pyridoxine In terms of differences: - Folacin is just another name for folic acid / folate / vitamin B9 - Cyanocobalamin is actually a cheaper synthetic inactive version of vitamin B12 made in a laboratory. By comparison, Hydroxocobalamin is another inactive form of B12, and Methylcobalamin is the only naturally occurring biologically active version of B12. - Pyridoxine is just another name for vitamin...

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First, you need to find out why you are getting the clots especially if it does not have to do with an injury. I had two episodes of clots on my lungs and God left me here. The hospital did not want to do testing to find out why I was getting clots, there were no injuries. First they put me on coumadine, made me sick, skin turned gray, muscle weakness, boils under the skin, then xareltosimiliar side effects. My doctor did a MHTFR (methyl deficiency) which is b12 folate or colbanim deficiency and a genetic factor which may have caused my mother's heart attack at 50. Google this look at family history request, no demand the blood work up, insurance pays also homocysteine levels, important, if high may me causing you problems. Second Google nattokinase and serrapeptase, natural blood t...

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Cerefolin is a prescription medication made by Pamlab that contains 5.635mg of folate as L-methylfolate, 1mg of vitamin B12 as methylcobalamin, 50mg of vitamin B2 as riboflavin, and 5mg of vitamin B6 as pyridoxine. It is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the treatment or prevention of vitamin deficiencies.[citation needed] "Cerefolin NAC" contains L-methylfolate (as Metafolin) 5.6mg, methylcobalamin 2mg, N-acetylcysteine 600mg.[1] Refere...

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Metanx is a prescription medical food made by Alfasigma that contains L-methylfolate (as Metafolin, a calcium salt of vitamin B9), methylcobalamin (vitamin B12) and pyridoxal 5'-phosphate (vitamin B6). It is a vitamin B supplement. Metanx is indicated for the dietary management of peripheral neuropathy (i.e. DPN).[1] Ingredients Metanx contains the following active ingredients (per capsule): Folate L-methylfolate (Metafolin): 3 mg Pyridoxal 5'-phosphate: 35 mg Methylcoba...

Is it used for your bones? ## Corrected spelling: Metanx® is a prescription combination product containing the active, naturally occurring forms of folate, vitamin B6 and vitamin B12 used by the body. It is a prescription medical food for the dietary management of endothelial dysfunction in patients with diabetic peripheral neuropathy. More details are available from the manufacturer: Hope this helps! Do you have any other questions or information to add? Please post back if you do...

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I read 'Parkinsons Disease treatment guide for physicians' by Dr. J. Eric Ahlskog.He discusses use of the following:Folic acid 2.5 mg(I would prefer L-methyfolate), B6 25 mg ,B12 1 or 2 mg. I have the MTHFR mutation: compound heterozygosity c.665C.>T?1268A>C. This defect may lead to early arteriosclerotic vascular disease or venous thrombosis and toxicity from medications affecting folate metabolism. I have a homocysteine level on the high side of normal(three times the low level). This doctor gives his patients this vitamin combo because levodopa can cause high elevation of homocysteine is associated with the above diseases. Has anyone been prescribed this combo for PD by their neurologist or cardiologist? Which generic brand of Folbic or the others in this group contains

Reason prescribed ## I would like to know what mentanx is prescribed for. ## John D, I'm taking it for diabetes nerve damage in my feet. I've been taking it for about 6 months and I have had a lot of improvement. It's suppose to help new nerve growth. ## @John D, Based on my research, Metanx is a prescription combination product containing the active, naturally occurring forms of folate, vitamin B6 and vitamin B12 used by the body. It is a prescription medical food for the dietary management of endothelial dysfunction in patients with diabetic peripheral neuropathy. Learn More: Metanx Details I hope this info helps!

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What is the difference between if prenatal plus and prenatal 19 this is two different prenatsls. Not sure. ## Hello, Geneva! How are you? Prenatal Plus is listed by the FDA as containing 4,000iu vitamin A, 120mgs vitamin C, 400iu vitamin D, 22mgs vitamin E, 1.84mgs Thiamine, 3mgs Riboflavin, 20mgs Niacin, 10mgs vitamin B6, 1mg Folic Acid, 12mcgs vitamin B12, 200mgs Calcium, 27mg Iron, 25mgs Zinc and 2mgs Copper. PreNatal 19 is listed by the FDA as containing 1,000iu vitamin A, 100mgs vitamin C, 400iu vitamin D, 30iu vitamin E, 3mgs Thiamine, 3mgs Riboflavin, 15mgs Niacin, 20mgs vitamin B6, 1mg Folate, 12mcgs vitamin B12, 7mgs panthotenic acid, 200mgs Calcium, 29mgs Iron, 20mgs Zinc and 25mgs Docusate Sodium. Thus, they are slightly different, so depending on the mother's needs, one ...

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I lost the pamphlet now I need helping indentifying what the different color pills are (I.E Energizer, Antioxidant, Mineral, Etc). Can you please help? ## Each packet contains 4 tablets: 1 - Antioxidant Tablet (Tablet contains: Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E and Selenium) 1 - B Complex Tablet (Tablet contains: Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin B12, Biotin and Panthothenic Acid) 1 - Energizer Tablet (Tablet contains: Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin B12, Biotin and Panthothenic Acid) 1 - Mineral Tablet (Tablet contains: Calcium, Iron, Iodine, Magnesium, Zinc, Selenium, Copper, Manganese, Chromium, Molybdenum, Potassium and Boron) ## I'm sorry, I cannot find any information on what color each t...

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Is there a cheaper substitute for this? I am a dialysis patient and have some peripheral neuropathy. I have been taking this vitamin for years but it is too expensive for me. ## Metanx is a nutritional supplement that contains B vitamins, specifically, 2.8mgs of B9, 25mgs of B6 and 2mgs of B12, in specific forms. Thus, you'd need something that contains them in the same amounts. Have you tried talking to your doctor or pharmacist to see if there are any alternatives available? There is no generic, that I know of, but there are other products that contain these same nutrients. ## Hi, I work with Metanx. Maybe I can help? There is no generic for Metanx. Metanx has a unique formulation of the active forms of folate (l-methylfolate), B6 (Pyridoxal 5' phosphate) and B12 (Methylcobala...

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Is there any ill effects when taking Polynerve 500. I seem to get very drowsy when I take it. ## Is there any ill effects when taking Polynerve 500. I seem to get very drowsy when I take it. ## Polynerv contains Parcetamol/Acetaminophen, plus the vitamins B1, B6 and B12. It is a medication from India, recommended for painful neurological problems. Actaminophen/Paracetamol is a Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory, and can include nausea and drowsiness as some of its side effects, so it may be what is causing your problem. You can read more about it here: There is also a danger of Folate deficiency with this medication, though, so I suggest speaking to your doctor to get to the root of your problem. Is there anything else I can help you with? ## I am retired and moved to the Philippines and I ...

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I have had abnormaly large red blood cells for some time, with no good medical reason - So say my Docs. Please comment if you pertenant info ! ## red blood cells are very large ## Extra large red blood cells ## I'm sure it's from their shots never in my life have I has this ## If they are unable to find any medical reason, then there is likely nothing to worry about. Usually, Macrocytic Anemia is caused by a deficiency in vitamin B12, and Folate. Left untreated such an issue can cause medical problems, such as heart failure, and circulatory issues. However, there are always some people whose bodies are different, and something seen as unusual for others, is normal for them, which is why in medicine, we never swear that anything applies 100% to everyone. For example, I have a fri...

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Is the medication Methotrexate a steroid ? ## No, if falls under the DMARD category. (Disease Modifying Anti-Rhuematic Drug) ## I take that medication for lupus. It is also used as a cancer chemotherapy medication. It can cause your blood sugar to go high, especially if you are a diabetic, cause severe headache, and diarrhea. ## Metho is sytotoxic, it inhibits an enzyme that participates in the production of folate (related to Folic Acid). Methotrexate acts specifically during DNA and RNA synthesis. It has a greater toxic effect on rapidly dividing cells. Your doctor must have explained you need supplement with enough folic acid (as high as 2-10 mg at least 5 times a week) and B12, as well as antioxidants and other vitamins and minerals. I hope you are taking curcumin, quercetin, boswel...

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I'm looking for advice on how to keep my platelet's stable or increase them, does anyone have any helpful information? please!! ## my platelet count is at 79 and I'm trying to increase it or keep it stable so I can start the Hep C Sovaldi and ribavirin treatment does anyone have any words of wisdom for me please ## Hi Dee, According to an article by Livestrong.com, there are actually many nutrient dense foods which can naturally increase the levels of your platelet (thrombocyte) count; namely leafy green vegetables such as kale and parsley. More specifically, some important nutrients that are often touted for their use in achieving a higher platelet count consist of Folate (vitamin B-9), B12, Calcium, Potassium, and Zinc. So perhaps a quality whole-food multivitamin and mine...

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What is the purpose of innovfol suggested by my gynaec when I am planning to be pregnant? ## My gynaecologist has prescribed this capsule for 2months when I'm actually planning on getting pregnant... ## Innovfol capsules reportedly contain a combination of the following active ingredients: Docosahexaenoic Acid 200mg + L-Methylfolate 800mcg + Mecobalamin 1500mcg + Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate 2mg From what I could gather, this medication is primarily indicated for use in treating a wide variety of ailments including but not limited to: Low folate levels, B12 deficiencies, inflammation, red blood cell production, pain, nervousness, fatigue, aiding in brain development, etc.... For more specific details on why it was prescribed, perhaps your prescribing doctor (or gynaecologist) would have ad...

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I am Homozygous MTHFR. My hematologist prescribed Folbic Tablets. Is the folate in the Folbic methylated? I have other resources telling me that it needs to be methylated Folate and to also take B12 Methylcobalamin.