Certain medicines interact with folic acid: Some interactions may increase the need
for folic acid (), other interactions may be negative () and indicate folic acid should not be taken without
first speaking with your physician or pharmacist, others may require further explanation (). Refer to the individual
drug article for specific details about an interaction.
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name of a medicine. To find a specific brand name, use the Medicines index.
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), other interactions may be negative (
) and indicate folic acid should not be taken without
first speaking with your physician or pharmacist, others may require further explanation (
). Refer to the individual
drug article for specific details about an interaction.