MEDICATION RECORD

**Complete one sheet per drug

Generic and trade (product) name of drug Folic Acid (Folvite)

Classification and sub-classification of the drug _Vitamin B9______
Are there any dosing considerations related to the clients age? Only
contraindicated in neonates
Is this drug within the safe dose range? ____Yes___
1. Why is the client receiving this
medication?

For anemia

2. How does this medication work in the

body? How can you evaluate the
effectiveness?

3. What are the major side effects of this

medication?

It stimulates production of RBCs, WBCs

and platelets in patients with megaloblastic
anemias. It acts against folic acid deficiency
that results in production of defective DNA
that leads to megaloblast formation and
arrest of bone marrow maturation. The
effectiveness can be evaluated by the CBC,
and if the production of RBCs, WBCs and
platelets increase.
Slight flushing and feelings of warmth
following IV administration.

4. Are there any food interactions?

No

5. Are there any special considerations

(administration, teaching, nursing
etc) when giving this medication to
the client?

Store at 15-30 degrees celcius and

protected from light. Pregnancy category A.
Oral route is the most preferred. Obtain a
careful history of dietary intake and
drug/alcohol use prior to start of therapy.
Keep prescriber informed of patients
response to therapy. Remain under close
medical supervision while taking folic acid
therapy.

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