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There's vitamin a with other vitamins,would they reduce birth defects than on it's own?
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Prenatal vitamins: have good combination of supplements to reduce risk to developing babies. Some patients need more of some, such as more folic acid by a factor of 5 over the usual 1 mg per day. Discussion with your doctor can tailor recommendations to each individuals.
Answered 3/20/2020
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