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I'm 5 weeks pregnant, i just started taking folic acid. can i take 2 of 400 mcg per day ?
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Yes: A little extra Folic acid is unlikely to hurt you or your baby. Folic acid can help prevent problems with the baby's spine. Best wishes!
Answered 3/1/2015
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