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    • LEVOMEFOLATE CALCIUM-ALGAL (Generic for DEPLIN-ALGAL OIL)

LEVOMEFOLATE (LEE voe me FOE late) prevents and treats low levels of folate (vitamin B9) in people with medical conditions including depression. It is a form of folate. Folate plays an important role in forming red blood cells and maintaining brain health. Folate also supports a healthy pregnancy and lowers the risk of birth defects of the brain and spine.


LEVOMEFOLATE CALCIUM-ALGAL (Generic for DEPLIN-ALGAL OIL) Lifestyle Interactions

  • Potassium Phosphate, Monobasic 500mg, Oral tablet

    Interaction: Food
    Severity: Moderate
    Notes for Consumers: Avoid taking Phosphorus Salts at the same time with foods which contain oxalates (rhubarb, spinach, tomatoes, celery, nuts, beans, berries, chocolate) or phytates (bran and whole-grain cereals). These foods can decrease the amount of Phosphorus absorbed from the stomach. To limit this interaction, avoid these foods within 2 hours of taking Phosphorus Salts.
    Notes for Professionals: Foods containing oxalates (found in vegetables like rhubarb, tomatoes, celery, and spinach; as well as berries, beans, nuts and chocolate) or phytates (found in bran and whole-grain cereals) may reduce the absorption of phosphorus by forming complexes with the phosphorus salt.

DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.