GA
A 21-year-old female asked:
will taking prenatal vitamins increase my chances of getting pregnant faster?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Vikas Merchia answered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 9 years experience
No: Prenatal vitamins don't help you get pregnant. They are most helpful for Folic Acid supplementation which will help reduce neural tube defects, especially if started 4-8 weeks prior to conception.
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Dr. Dan Fisher answered
Internal Medicine 27 years experience
No.: It will prevent your risk of complications.
5210 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
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CA
A 25-year-old member asked:
What are the proven advantages of taking prenatal vitamins when I am not planning on getting pregnant?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. R. Wayne Inzer answered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Vitamins: If you need a vitamin supplement to your diet. Other vitamins would provide a better balance if not preg or planning preg.
6192 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
FL
A 18-year-old female asked:
If I have been taking prenatal vitamins since last month are my chances of getting pregnant this month increased?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Derrick Lonsdale answered
Preventive Medicine 73 years experience
No: Vitamin therapy does not work that way
3716 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
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