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2017-08-17 15:39:58
I had a question related intake of vit b12 and folic acid consumption before conceiving ..should they be taken as a combination tablet or seperately and when should I start as I have read it's overdose is also not good for the kid
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Take a month before plans to conceive,folic acid in night and Vit B12 after lunch .

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