Methyl Folate L-5-MTHF 800 mcg
Carbamide Forte · 300 servings
Contains: Folate 800 mcg
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Strong evidenceVitamins
Folate
Also called: Methylfolate (L-5-MTHF), folic acid, vitamin B9
A B vitamin vital before and during pregnancy, and for red blood cells. Always check B12 alongside it.
- Typical amount
- 200–400 mcg a day (RDA 220–300 mcg)
- Best time
- Morning · Timing guide
- Food
- With or without food
- Typical course
- 12 weeks, then review
- Upper limit
- 1,000 mcg a day from supplements unless a doctor prescribes more
Where to buy
3 products₹500
Vitamin B12 with ALA & Folic Acid (RDA compliant)
INLIFE · 120 tabs (120 servings); 240-tab pack listed
Contains: Folate (folic acid); Vitamin B12; Alpha-lipoic acid; Inositol; Vitamins B1, B5, B6
Veg Prenatal Multivitamin + DHA 300 mg + L-Methylfolate + Calcium + Iron
Carbamide Forte · 60 tabs
Contains: Folate (L-methylfolate); Omega-3 DHA 300 mg (algal); Iron; Calcium; Zinc; Iodine; Multivitamin
Check with a doctor first
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- PCOS Supplement 40:1 Myo-inositol + D-chiro-inositol · Carbamide Forte · ₹895Myo-inositol 2000 mg; D-chiro-inositol 50 mg; Folate; Vitamin D3; Zinc
- PCOS Balance Slow (myo-inositol + D-chiro-inositol + vitamins & herbs) · Wellbeing Nutrition · ₹1,357Myo-inositol; D-chiro-inositol; Vitamin B12; Folate; Magnesium; Zinc; Vitamin D3; Vitamin B6; Liquorice; Fenugreek; Chasteberry; Shatavari; Omega-3 DHA (algal)
What is folate?
Folate helps make DNA and red blood cells. Before and in early pregnancy, enough folate greatly reduces the risk of neural tube defects. Methylfolate is the active form; folic acid is the synthetic form used in most supplements and fortified foods. High folate can hide a B12 deficiency.
Forms. Folic acid tablets, methylfolate, and combinations with B12. Pregnancy doses are set by a doctor.
What it may help with
Evidence grade- StrongReduces the risk of neural tube defects when taken before conception
- StrongPrevents folate-deficiency anaemia
- ModerateHelps lower high homocysteine with B12 and B6
Strong: several good human trials. Moderate: some trials, mixed results. Limited: small or early studies. Traditional: long use, little trial evidence.
Safety and interactions
- Side effects
- Safe at usual doses. More than 1,000 mcg a day from supplements can mask low B12.
- Who should be careful
- Check B12 too (folate can hide B12 deficiency); pregnancy dosing per doctor
- Medicines
- Ask your doctor first if you take steroids or immunosuppressants. Ask your doctor first if you take pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Stop and call a doctor if
- Rash
Food sources
Green leafy vegetables, dals, chana, rajma, oranges, beetroot and fortified foods.
Common questions
When should women start folate?
At least 1–3 months before trying to conceive. Ask your gynaecologist for the dose.
Methylfolate or folic acid?
Both work for most people; methylfolate is the active form.
Why check B12?
Folate can hide the anaemia of B12 deficiency while nerve damage continues.
Sources
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