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I am trying to get pregnant can i use folic acid?

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Dr. Julie Abbott answered

Specializes in Preventive Medicine

You SHOULD take it: Folic acid is recommended for women contemplating pregnancy. The recommended dose for neural tube defect prevention in pregnancy is 400 micrograms, or 0.4 mg/milligrams daily. All women thinking of pregnancy should be taking this as part of their prenatal vitamin package. Good wishes:)

Dr Vallury agreed

Answered 1/26/2015

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