Ortho-Folic 1 mg/3760 IU Capsules By Axis Pharmaceutics Inc. Overview & Drug Interactions
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Supplement: Ortho-Folic 1 mg/3760 IU Capsules by Axis Pharmaceutics Inc.
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This product contains
Below is a list of the 'active' ingredients listed on the supplement label for this product.
For a list of 'other ingredients', such as fillers, please see the 'Label Information' section on this page.
Vitamin D
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that plays a crucial role in several bodily processes. It helps the body absorb calcium and phosphorus, which are necessary for healthy bones and teeth. It is also important for immune system function and may help to protect against certain diseases. Vitamin D is found in a variety of foods, including fatty fish, egg yolks, and fortified foods such as milk and cereal. It is also produced by the body when the skin is exposed to sunlight. Vitamin D supplements are available in a variety of forms, including tablets, capsules, and liquids. The recommended daily intake of vitamin D varies depending on age, sex, and other factors, and it is important to follow the dosage recommendations provided by a healthcare professional. There are several different forms of vitamin D available, with the two most popular being ergocalciferol (vitamin D2) and cholecalciferol (vitamin D3).
See More Information Regarding Vitamin D| Ingredient Group | Vitamin D (cholecalciferol) |
|---|---|
| Category | vitamin |
- Cholecalciferol
Folate
| Ingredient Group | Vitamin B9 (Folate) |
|---|---|
| Category | vitamin |
-
Folic Acid
Description:Folate and folic acid are forms of vitamin B9, essential for health. Folate occurs naturally in foods like leafy vegetables, legumes, and fruits, while folic acid is the synthetic form used in supplements and fortified foods. Since 1998, the US has fortified cereals, baking flour, pasta, and bakery items with folic acid to prevent deficiencies. Naturally occurring folate, or pteroylpolyglutamate, has lower bioavailability (40% to 50%) compared to nearly 100% for synthetic folic acid. Foods rich in folate include asparagus, mushrooms, yeast, legumes, spinach, broccoli, lettuce, bananas, melons, oranges, tomatoes, lemons, and animal products like beef liver and kidney. Some supplements contain L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate (L-5-MTHF), a reduced folate form. L-5-MTHF, dependent on vitamin B12 for metabolism, is absorbed faster and more effectively than folic acid, especially in individuals with specific MTHFR genotypes. Studies show that women taking L-5-MTHF had slightly higher red blood cell folate concentrations compared to those taking folic acid, although long-term use results in similar blood levels and effectiveness for preventing neural tube defects.
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Ingredient Group Vitamin B9 (folic acid) Category vitamin
Drugs that interact with Ortho-Folic 1 mg/3760 IU Capsules by Axis Pharmaceutics Inc.
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Label Information
Supplement Facts:
| Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s): | Adults and children 4 or more years of age |
|---|---|
| Minimum serving Sizes: |
1 Capsule(s)
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| Maximum serving Sizes: |
1 Capsule(s)
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| Servings per container | 30 |
| UPC/BARCODE | 7300700230 |
| Ingredient | Amount per Serving | Group | % DV, Adults & children 4+ years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin D |
94 mcg
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Vitamin D (cholecalciferol) |
472%
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| Folate |
1670 mcg DFE
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Vitamin B9 (Folate) |
418%
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| Folic Acid |
1 mg
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Vitamin B9 (folic acid) |
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| Other Ingredients: |
Rice Flour
Gelatin
Vegetable Stearate
Silicate
Titanium Dioxide
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Label Statments:
| Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions |
- Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, adults take one (1) capsules daily preferably with a meal or as recommended by a physician.
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|---|---|
| Precautions |
- If you are pregnant or nursing ask a healthcare professional.
- Keep out of reach of children
- Not for use by individuals under the age of 18 years.
- Do not use if you are pregnant or nursing.
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| Storage |
- Store product at room temperature. Do not expose to excessive heat or moisture.
Store at 20 degrees-25 degrees C (68 degrees-77 degrees F) excursions permitted to 15 degrees-30 degrees C (59 degrees-86 degrees F)
{See USP controlled room temperature.}
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| General Statements |
- By prescription
- NDC# 73007-002-30
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Brand Information
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| Manufactured for | |
|---|---|
| Name | Axis Pharmaceutics Inc. |
| Street Address | 118 Adams St. Suite 304B |
| City | Fairmont |
| State | WV |
| ZipCode | 26554 |
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