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Should i buy over-the-counter prenatal vitamins? or will i be okay to wait intel my doctor appointment on the 27th dec?

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Dr. Darrell Herrington answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Get OTC: Get started on the prenatal vitamins, and also eliminate caffeine, salt, sugar, and any other supplements.

Answered 4/29/2013

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