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I want to be pregnant, is it safe to take multivitamins with 400mcg folic acid prescribed for pregnant women even if i'm not?what do u suggest to take?

5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Yes: It is fine to take pre-natal vitamins if you aren't pregnant yet.

Answered 7/16/2013

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: If you desire to become pregnant than starting prenatal vitamins before hand is the way to go (to ensure you have enough folate). There will usually be less vitamin a.

Answered 5/12/2013

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Dr. Randy Baker answered

Specializes in Holistic Medicine

Yes: A prenatal vitamin is wise for every woman who is trying to conceive. The most important time to take it is the first few weeks of pregnancy, often before you know you are pregnant. It takes the average woman your age 6 months to conceive but it could happen with any try near mid-cycle. Good luck!

Answered 12/9/2013

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