Folvite Active: price, uses & cheaper substitutes
Folvite Active contains L-methylfolate + Methylcobalamin + Pyridoxal-5-phosphate 1 mg + 1500 mcg + 0.5 mg. Listed MRP is ₹331.18 for 15 (₹22.08 per capsule).
The lowest listed price for the same salt is ₹3.75 per capsule.
- MRP
- ₹331.18
- ₹ / capsule
- ₹22.08
- Pack
- 15
- Manufacturer
- Pfizer Ltd
Same-salt cheaper options
| Brand | Manufacturer | Pack | MRP | ₹ / capsule | As on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L-Methylfolate 1mg, Pyridoxal-5 Phosphate 0.5mg & Methylcobalamin 1500mcg TabletsJan Aushadhi | Jan Aushadhi (PMBJP) | 10 | ₹37.50 | ₹3.75 | 19 October 2026 |
| Foligrace SG | Leeford Healthcare Ltd | 10 | ₹126.56 | ₹12.66 | 19 October 2026 |
| Macfolate | Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | 15 | ₹246.20 | ₹16.41 | 19 October 2026 |
| Cherifol Plus | Indchemie Health Specialities Pvt Ltd | 10 | ₹199.69 | ₹19.97 | 19 October 2026 |
| Folvite Active | Pfizer Ltd | 15 | ₹331.18 | ₹22.08 | 19 October 2026 |
MRPs as printed/listed on the date shown; actual price may vary.
Same salt and strength only. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands. See all L-methylfolate + Methylcobalamin + Pyridoxal-5-phosphate 1 mg + 1500 mcg + 0.5 mg brands, safety and side effects
What L-methylfolate + Methylcobalamin + Pyridoxal-5-phosphate 1 mg + 1500 mcg + 0.5 mg is used for
- Folate and vitamin B12 support when a doctor finds low levels.
- Before and during pregnancy when your doctor chooses this form of folate.
- Folate and B12 support in people with raised needs, as prescribed.
Frequently asked questions
Folvite Active capsule uses
Folvite Active contains L-methylfolate 1 mg, methylcobalamin 1500 mcg and pyridoxal-5-phosphate 0.5 mg. Doctors prescribe it for folate and B12 support, including around pregnancy.
L-methylfolate vs folic acid – what is the difference?
Both provide folate. Folic acid is the man-made form used in most tablets; L-methylfolate is an active form. Your doctor will advise which you need.
Can I take Folvite Active in pregnancy?
Yes if your doctor prescribes it. Folate is important before and during early pregnancy.
Folvite Active vs Folvite 5 mg
Folvite 5 mg is folic acid alone at a high dose. Folvite Active has L-methylfolate 1 mg with vitamins B12 and B6.
Sources
- Tata 1mg product page (MRP as listed) (19 October 2026)
- NHS – Folic acid (19 October 2026)
- NHS – B vitamins and folic acid (19 October 2026)
- NHS – Vitamin B12 or folate deficiency anaemia (19 October 2026)
- NPPA Pharma Sahi Daam (ceiling prices) (19 October 2026)
- PMBI Jan Aushadhi Product & MRP List (19 October 2026)
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