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Patients should be advised if they are unsure how to take these tablets. The tablets should be swallowed, preferably with a drink of water.
To treat folate-deficient anaemia: Adults and the elderly: Initially one tablet daily for 4 months or until signs of red blood cell formation have been obtained. Up to 3 tablets may be recommended in poor absorption cases.
The maintenance dose is one tablet every 1 to 7 days depending on the underlying disease.
To prevent anaemia in chronic haemolytic states or in kidney dialysis: Adults and the elderly: One tablet daily or even weekly, depending on the diet and the rate of red blood cell breakup.
Forgotten tablet intake: One tablet should be taken as soon as it is remembered, unless it is nearly time to take the next one. A double dose should not be taken to make up for a forgotten dose.
