Folic acid tablets

2025-06-22 18:10:46
Hello doctor, I have taken folic acid tablets 3 months before pregnancy and now I am 5 months pregnant. Now I am taking fermet XT tablet which contain iron and folic acid. Is it safe to take this tablet? Or else should I take only iron content supplement?
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It is safe to take

Answered2025-06-23 09:26:46

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During prepregnancy period and in 1st trimester of pregnancy only folic acid should be taken ,then from 2nd trimester (13wks)onwards iron folic acid and calcium should be taken for next 6 months (180 days).

Answered2025-06-23 05:31:20

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Safe

Answered2025-06-24 13:30:39

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It's safe

Answered2025-06-24 09:08:09

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Answered2025-06-23 09:35:53

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Consult please.

Answered2025-06-23 07:02:50

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Hi , The need for folic acid supplementation 2nd trimester depends on nutritional deficiencies also.
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You may continue taking it and talk to your doctor about the need for additional folic acid henceforth.

Answered2025-06-23 05:33:48

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