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How many folic acid must a pregnand women take a day ?
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A bit a variety: While different organizations recommend slightly different amounts it ranges from 400-800 mcg of folic acid per day. Remember that often supplements contain up to 1000 mcg(1 mg), which is fine to.
Answered 9/9/2014
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400mcg daily usually: If pregnant the CDC recommends 400mcg of folic acid starting by at least 1 month before getting pregnant. However, if previous anencephaly or spina bifida then multiply by 10. The daily dose then would be 4,000 mcg daily.
Answered 9/9/2014
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