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I have delivered twins a month ago. I just wanted to know which iron capsules I should take for how many months should I continue.
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Iron and Folic acid supplementation is required during pregnancy. If postnatally, your Hb levels are normal then you need not take iron supplements. Calcium supplements may be taken postnatally
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