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Are over-the-counter prenatal pills the same as prescribed for fertility with hypothyroidism?

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Dr. Michael Traub answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

Yes: No matter the situation the prenatals are the same. Any type or brand is fine. Makes no difference with thyroid just take the pills at a different time of day as the thyroid.

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Answered 1/9/2015

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