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Inofolic (Myo-inositol/Folic Acid)

Brand

Inofolic (Myo-inositol/Folic Acid)

Strength
Qty
600mg / 200mcg

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    Description

    Inofolic is a dietary supplement that helps support women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS).

    Inofolic comes in oral softgel capsules containing 600 mg of myo-inositol and 200 mcg of folic acid (folate).

    Fact Table

    Formula

    C6H12O6 (myo-inositol), C19H19N7O6 (folic acid)

    License

    Not FDA-approved as a drug; available as a medical food/supplement

    Bioavailability

    Myo-inositol: High (dose-dependent); Folic acid: ~76–93%

    Legal status

    OTC (Food supplement)

    Chemical Name

    Myo-inositol / Folic acid (Vitamin B9)

    Elimination half-life

    Myo-inositol: ~3–5 hours; Folic acid: ~3–4 hours

    Dosage (Strength)

    Myo-inositol 2000 mg + Folic acid 200 mcg (per sachet; usually twice daily)

    Pregnancy

    Generally safe; often used during pregnancy under medical advice

    Brands

    Inofolic, Inofolic Plus, Ovositol, others

    Protein binding

    Minimal (both compounds are water-soluble)

    PubChem CID

    892 (myo-inositol), 6037 (folic acid)

    MedlinePlus

    a682613 (folic acid)

    ChEBI

    17268 (myo-inositol), 27470 (folic acid)

    ATC code

    A11HA06 (folic acid)

    DrugBank

    DB00122 (folic acid), DB14516 (myo-inositol)

    KEGG

    D00944 (folic acid), C00137 (myo-inositol)

    Routes of administration

    Oral (sachet or capsule)

    Directions

    Take Inofolic as directed by your doctor. Carefully read the information that comes with the product. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about any questions or concerns you may have about the medication.

    Recommended dosing: Take 2 capsules by mouth once daily OR take 1 capsule by mouth every 12 hours. Take without food.

    Keep Inofolic out of children’s reach.

    Ingredients

    Each softgel capsule contains 600 mg of myo-inositol and 200 mcg of folic acid (folate). Inactive ingredients include soya oil, lecithin, medium-chain triglycerides, polyglyceryl-10 oleate, mono- and di- glycerides of fatty acids, gelatin, glycerin, and iron oxides.

    Contraindications

    There are no contraindications to Inofolic listed in the patient leaflet. However, patients should talk with their doctor before they start taking Inofolic.

    Cautions

    • Before you start taking Inofolic, talk to your doctor about:
      • All the prescription and nonprescription medications you take, including herbals, vitamins, and supplements
      • Your allergies
      • Your current health problems and past medical history
      • If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
    • Do not take more than the recommended daily dose.
    • Dietary supplements are not intended to take the place of a varied and balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.

    Side Effects

    Supplementing with folate can mask a vitamin B12 deficiency. Talk to your doctor if you are unsure whether you are taking enough vitamin B12. Contact your doctor right away if you have Inofolic side effects that bother you or won’t go away.

    Here, you can buy Inofolic.

    Reference

    Inofolic. Mississauga, ON: BioSyent Pharma Inc.; 2023.



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