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Can I Increase The Dose Of Folic Acid Tablet In Pregnancy?
My wife started taking folic acid from august20th. sept10th we tried for baby and we were successful.she is 2months pregnant now. i read somewhere that folic acid should be taken beforehand to prevent neural defects. what are the chances my baby has not suffered from those defects. first scan has showed its a twin. should we take 5mg or 10mg ?
Wed, 18 Nov 2015
Hello dear,I understand your concern.I my opinion there are very very less chances of neural tube defects as you have taken the folic acid right before the conception.As there is twin pregnancy the requirement of folic acid or any supplement is doubled.So consider taking 10 mg of folic acid.Take healthy nutritional diet to meet the requirements.Take green leafy veggies which are rich in folic acid.Also detailed anamoly scan done between 18 -20 weeks and NT scan at 11-13 weeks rules out any anamolies.Dont worry.
Best regards...Dr.Srilatha
Best regards...Dr.Srilatha
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