Folic Acid Side Effects

Possible side effects of folic acid are listed below. Call your doctor if these side effects are severe or do not go away in a few days.

• Nausea
• Bloating
• Gas
• Loss of appetite

Some of the adverse effects of folic acid are more serious. Call your doctor without delay or seek emergency medical attention if you develop the following signs and symptoms:

• Skin rash with itchy, red, swollen, blistering or peeling skin.
• Wheezing.
• Difficulty breathing, swallowing, or talking.
• Chest tightness.
• Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.

The above list may not include all the potential side effects of folic acid. Tell your doctor if the side effects are unusual or severe or last more than a few days. You can also report unusual side effects to the Food and Drug Administration at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Folic acid Overdose: In case of an overdose of folic acid, call your doctor immediately. You can also call the local poison control center or national poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If a person has difficulty breathing, cannot be awakened, or has had a seizure, call 911.

Source: FDA