Methylfolate Drops: What They Are and How to Use Them
Not a fan of pills? Liquid drops are an easy way to fit methylfolate into your day. Here’s how they work and how to use them.
Key takeaways
- Methylfolate drops provide folate as 5-MTHF in liquid form.
- RevitalGlow drops pair methylfolate with vitamin B12.
- Take 10 drops under the tongue once a day, or as directed on your label.
- Taking them every day matters more than the time you take them.
What are methylfolate drops?
They’re a liquid dietary supplement that provides folate as methylfolate (5-MTHF), the active form of folate. Ours also include vitamin B12, which works alongside it.
Why choose drops?
- Nothing to swallow. Great if pills aren’t for you.
- Quick. It takes a few seconds.
- Portable. A small bottle fits in any bag.
How to take them
- Check your label for directions.
- Place 10 drops under your tongue.
- Take them once a day, ideally at the same time.
Don’t exceed the recommended daily amount.
Make it a daily habit
- Stack it: take them right after brushing your teeth or with your morning coffee.
- Keep it visible, but out of reach of children.
- Set a reminder on your phone for the first few weeks.
- Subscribe so you never run out.
How to store them
- Keep in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight.
- Close the cap tightly.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Use by the date on the bottle.
Safety first
- Don’t exceed the recommended dose.
- If you’re pregnant, nursing, taking medicine or have a medical condition, check with your doctor first.
- Avoid taking several folate products at once unless your doctor advises it.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to take them?
Whenever you’ll remember. Many people take them in the morning.
What if I miss a day?
Just carry on the next day. Don’t double up.
Can I take them if I’m pregnant?
The CDC recommends 400 mcg of folic acid a day for anyone who could become pregnant. Talk to your doctor before using other forms of folate.