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Does Excessive Intake Of Folic Acid Supplements Cause Side Effects During Pregnancy?

Hi.. I am pregnant 34W. my doctor give me prescription for anemic condition and also folic acid separately. the iron supplement itself contains 1 mg folic acid, and I should take it 2 times a day. Meanwhile the separate folic acid supplement is 800mcg. I am afraid I take too much folic acid. is it dangerous for me and the baby? Thank you
Tue, 13 Mar 2018
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Hello,

Well, I have gone through your case, please do not panic.

The dose you have stated is perfectly safe. You can use up to 5 mg to 10 mg folic acid daily depending upon case.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Deepali Mohan Pohane
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Does Excessive Intake Of Folic Acid Supplements Cause Side Effects During Pregnancy?

Hello, Well, I have gone through your case, please do not panic. The dose you have stated is perfectly safe. You can use up to 5 mg to 10 mg folic acid daily depending upon case. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Deepali Mohan Pohane