Solgar Folic Acid, 800 mcg, 250 Tablets

Solgar Folic Acid is a single-nutrient folate supplement in tablet form. Each tablet supplies 800 mcg folic acid, equivalent to 1,333 mcg DFE. Folate participates in normal red-blood-cell formation and supports a healthy nervous system and homocysteine metabolism.

The 250-tablet bottle provides 250 daily servings at the manufacturer’s one-tablet recommendation. Solgar identifies the formula as vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and non-GMO. Its folate source is folic acid, which is a useful distinction when comparing it with methylfolate products.

Highlights

• 800 mcg folic acid per tablet
• 250 tablets per bottle
• Vegan and gluten-free

Key ingredients

Folate 1,333 mcg DFE, supplied as 800 mcg folic acid.

How to use

Adults take one tablet daily, preferably at mealtime, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

Dietary and allergen information

Vegan, non-GMO, gluten-free, dairy-free and kosher, according to Solgar.

Format and serving

One tablet; 250 tablets / 250 servings.

Warnings

Manufacturer advises total folic acid intake should not exceed 1,000 mcg daily. Consult a healthcare practitioner during pregnancy, nursing, medication use or a medical condition.

Questions and answers

Why does the label show both 800 mcg and 1,333 mcg?

800 mcg is the amount of folic acid. The label also expresses that amount as 1,333 mcg dietary folate equivalents, or DFE.

Is this methylfolate?

No. This product supplies folate as folic acid.