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Interactions for Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid)

Possible Interactions with Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid)

Overview

Birth control medications, anticonvulsants (such as phenytoin), and cholesterol-lowering medications, particularly cholestyramine, may effect the levels of folic acid in the blood as well as the body's ability to use this vitamin.

Sulfasalazine, a medication used for ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, may affect the absorption of folic acid.

Methotrexate, a medication used for the treatment of cancer and resistant rheumatoid arthritis, increases the need for folic acid.

When taken for long periods of time, aspirin, ibuprofen, acetaminophen, and other anti-inflammatory medications can also increase the need for folic acid.

Drug Interactions

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Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid)
Uses of this Supplement
  Depression
  Osteoporosis
  Stroke
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Drugs that Interact
  Summary
    Anti-inflammatory medications
    Anticonvulsants
    Birth control medications
    Sulfasalazine
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