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Folic Acid

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  • No ingredients exceed tolerable upper intake levels
  • 100% of ingredients have research evidence
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What the Evidence Says

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Folic acid is a synthetic form of vitamin B9 that supports DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation. There is strong evidence that its supplementation helps prevent neural tube defects during early pregnancy. This ingredient is widely researched and generally recognized as safe for the general population.

AI-generated summary based on research evidence. Not medical advice.

Label

Product Label

Label for Folic Acid
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Label Data

1 Tablet(s)
Serving Size
100
Servings
Vitamin
Product Type
100%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

800 mcg (200% DV)
2.0× RDA — within safe limits 226 studies (A:10, B:105)

Other Ingredients

Calcium Carbonate Vegetable Cellulose Stearic Acid Vegetable Magnesium Silicate Silica Vegetable Magnesium Stearate
Claims

Label Claims — Verification

Unverified All Other
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Product Information

Directions for Use

Directions: As a dietary supplement, take 1 tablet daily.

Warnings & Precautions

Tamper Evident: Do not use this product if imprinted foil seal under cap is broken or missing.

Keep out of reach of children.

Formulation Notes

Healthful diets with adequate folic acid may reduce a woman's risk of having a child with a brain or spinal cord birth defect. Folate intake should not exceed 250% of the DV (1,000 mcg).

FDA Registered Facility (Reg. #1023013) Mfg. under Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)

Conforms to USP <2091> for weight. Meets USP <2040> disintegration for maximum bioavailability.

Gluten free

Nutritionally supports healthy cardiovascular function

Made in USA

Additional Information

Keep tightly closed. Store at room temperature: 59 degrees - 86 degrees F (15 degrees to 30 degrees C).

Quali Pure

Metadata

Product Details

DSLD Entry Date2021-03-25
Product TypeVitamin
FormTablet or Pill
BrandDC
DSLD ID245477
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

363
Research Sources
57
Avg Quality
187
Meta Analysis
56
Systematic Review
54
Rct
29
Guideline
26
Clinical Trial
6
Cochrane Review
2
Regulatory Source
1
Other
1
Openfda Safety
A Homocysteine-lowering interventions for preventing cardiovascular events
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2017 PubMed DOI
A Community-based intervention packages for reducing maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality and improving neonatal outcomes
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2015 PubMed DOI
A Folate Intake and Risk of Pancreatic Cancer: A Systematic Review and Updated Meta-Analysis of Epidemiological Studies
Meta Analysis Digestive diseases and sciences 2021 PubMed DOI
A The Association Between the Risk of Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy and Folic Acid: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Meta Analysis Journal of pharmacy & pharmaceutical sciences : a publication of the Canadian Society for Pharmaceutical Sciences, Societe canadienne des sciences pharmaceutiques 2021 PubMed DOI
A A Comparative Study Evaluating the Effectiveness of Folate-Based B Vitamin Intervention on Cognitive Function of Older Adults under Mandatory Folic Acid Fortification Policy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Meta Analysis Nutrients 2024 PubMed DOI
A Associations between serum Homocysteine, vitamin B9, and vitamin B12 levels and the formation of intracranial Aneurysms: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Meta Analysis Journal of clinical neuroscience : official journal of the Neurosurgical Society of Australasia 2025 PubMed DOI
A Intake of vitamin B6, folate, and vitamin B12 and risk of coronary heart disease: a systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies
Meta Analysis Critical reviews in food science and nutrition 2019 PubMed DOI
A Beneficial effects of folic acid supplementation on lipid markers in adults: A GRADE-assessed systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of data from 21,787 participants in 34 randomized controlled trials
Meta Analysis Critical reviews in food science and nutrition 2022 PubMed DOI
A Folic acid supplementation and blood pressure: a GRADE-assessed systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of 41,633 participants
Meta Analysis Critical reviews in food science and nutrition 2023 PubMed DOI
A Digital tracking, provider decision support systems, and targeted client communication via mobile devices to improve primary health care
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2025 PubMed DOI
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