Let's take a minute to talk about your medication. This is folic acid, which is a vitamin that is needed for red blood cells to work correctly. This medication is used to help increase folic acid levels in your body. Also, folic acid is essential for babies to form and grow correctly, so it is often given to women trying to become pregnant, or who are already pregnant or nursing. It is very well tolerated, and no side effects are expected at this dose. Still, you should let your doctor know if you notice any unusual changes to your body, like a rash, upset stomach or bitter or bad taste in your mouth. For best results, continue taking it, and try to include natural sources of folic acid into your regular diet, like leafy green vegetables and certain breakfast cereals.