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Folic acid supplements

2022-02-24 02:53:44
Hi I am planning pregnancy from next month. Please suggest what dosage of folic acid shall I take every day  5 mg per day or 400 mcg per day? Kindly suggest a brand too. Thank you.
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5 mg once daily is fine. I don't have any special brand preferences.

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In India folic acid supplements are available in the form of a 5 mg tablet Choose any

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