The Stellar Activ-Folate Daily Folate Supplement is a once-daily folate supplement that provides 500 µg of folate as (6S)-5-methyltetrahydrofolate — the biologically active form of folate that is ready for direct use by the body. It's designed to give nutritional folate support during the stages when folate needs and deficiency risk are highest, including before conception, during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.
Because it uses the active (6S)-5-methyltetrahydrofolate form rather than requiring the body to convert it first, it may also be useful where folate metabolism or absorption is impaired, or where medicines can affect folate status. Each peach-coloured, round, film-coated tablet is vegan-friendly and Halaal, and the supplement is available in packs of 30 or 120 tablets.
How it works
- Active folate form: It supplies folate as (6S)-5-methyltetrahydrofolate, the biologically active form, which is ready for direct use by the body.
- Red blood cell support: Folate supports normal red blood cell production.
- Cell division support: Folate supports DNA synthesis and normal cell division.
How to use
- Adults: take one peach-coloured tablet daily, or as recommended by a healthcare professional.
- Take the tablet with food.
- Take Activ-Folate two hours before or two hours after other medicines.
- Do not exceed the recommended dose unless advised by a healthcare professional.
If you miss a dose, don't take a double dose to make up for it — simply continue with your next dose as usual. Store at or below 25°C, protect from light and moisture, keep the blister strips in the outer carton, and keep out of reach of children.
Best For
The Stellar Activ-Folate Daily Folate Supplement is a good option for people who:
- Want a daily folate supplement for the preconception, pregnancy or breastfeeding stages
- Prefer folate in its active (6S)-5-methyltetrahydrofolate form
- Are looking for a vegan-friendly and Halaal single-ingredient folate tablet
- May have impaired folate metabolism or absorption, or take medicines that can affect folate status (with professional guidance)
Disclaimer
This product has not been evaluated by the former Medicines Control Council. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Folate supplementation does not replace a balanced diet, routine antenatal care, prescribed medication or medical assessment. Do not use if you are hypersensitive or allergic to any ingredient. Folic acid may reduce the absorption of zinc. Always tell your healthcare professional about any prescription, over-the-counter, complementary or traditional medicines you are taking. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting any new medicine or supplement. People taking methotrexate, anticonvulsants, antidepressants or other chronic medication should use this product only with professional guidance. Mild gastrointestinal effects such as nausea, diarrhoea, constipation, indigestion, bloating, flatulence and mild dizziness are possible but uncommon; stop use and seek advice if side effects are severe, persistent or concerning.
Care & Maintenance
Ingredients
Folate as (6S)-5-methyltetrahydrofolate (500 µg), Calcium carbonate, Flexicoat peach, Magnesium stearate (vegetable), Microcrystalline cellulose, Shellac, Silicon dioxide
Contains folate as (6S)-5-methyltetrahydrofolate
Ready for direct use by the body
Supports normal red blood cell production
Supports DNA synthesis and normal cell division
Suitable before conception
Suitable during pregnancy
Suitable during breastfeeding
May be useful where folate metabolism or absorption is impaired
May be considered where medicines can affect folate status
Halaal
Peach-coloured, round, film-coated tablet
- 30/120x Tablet