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Folic Acid

The document provides information on the generic and trade names, classification, dosing, administration, pharmacokinetics, and indications for folic acid which is used to treat and prevent megaloblastic and macrocytic anemias by stimulating red blood cell production; it also outlines nursing implications such as monitoring lab values and educating patients about compliance with diet, exercise, and not exceeding the recommended daily amount from supplements.

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Folic Acid

The document provides information on the generic and trade names, classification, dosing, administration, pharmacokinetics, and indications for folic acid which is used to treat and prevent megaloblastic and macrocytic anemias by stimulating red blood cell production; it also outlines nursing implications such as monitoring lab values and educating patients about compliance with diet, exercise, and not exceeding the recommended daily amount from supplements.

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NURS 1566 Clinical Form 3: Clinical Medications Worksheets

(You will need to make additional copies of these forms)

Generic Name Trade Name Classification Dose Route Time/frequency


Folic acid Folate Water soluable 4g Po QD
vitamins
Peak Onset Duration Normal dosage range
1 hour Unknown 0.4-1 mg per day
30-60 min
Why is your patient getting this medication For IV meds, compatibility with IV drips and/or solutions
Anemia N/A

Mechanism of action and indications Nursing Implications (what to focus on)


(Why med ordered) Contraindications/warnings/interactions
required for protein syntheses and red blood cell Uncorrected aplastic, or normocytic anemias.
function, stimulates the production of RBC’s.
Indicated for the prevention and treatment of Common side effects
megaloblastic and macrocytic anemias. Rashes, irritability, difficulty sleeping, malaise, confusion,
fever

Interactions with other patient drugs, OTC or herbal Lab value alterations caused by medicine
medicines (ask patient specifically) Monitor plasma folic acid levels, hemoglobin, hematocrit
No significant findings and feticuloccyte count vefore and periodically during
therapy.
Be sure to teach the patient the following about this
medication
Encourage pt to comply with diet and exercise. Foods high in
folic acid include vegetables, fruits, and organ meats; heat
destroys folic acid in foods. Patients self-medicatinwith
vitamin supplements should be cautioned not to exceed
RDA. Folic acid may make urine more intensely yellow.
Notify health care provider if rash occurs.
Nursing Process- Assessment Assessment Evaluation
(Pre-administration assessment) Why would you hold or not give this Check after giving
Assess pt for signs of megoblastic anemia med? Resolution of symptoms of
(fatigue, weakness, dyspnea) before and if a rash occurs megaloblastic anemia
periodically throughout therapy.

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