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What can you tell me about prenatal vitamins before pregnancy?

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Dr. Charles Rocamboli answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Good idea. : The neural tube closes during the first few weeks of pregnancy, often before a patient knows they are pregnant. Folic acid (found in prenatal vitamins) is important for correct closure. So i recommend taking them if you are planning to get pregnant.

Dr Bonuel agreed

Answered 6/25/2014

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