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I've been taking prenatal vitamins in preparation of a future possible pregnancy. is this good ? should i take extra folic acid vitamins as well?

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Dr. Leila Hashemi answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Folic acid: Hi, if there is no family history of Spina Bifida or birth defect and you don't take anti seizure medication 0.4mg of Folic acid a day is enough. Good luck.

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 8/17/2014

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