2006-10-19 10:25:34 · 6 answers · asked by madushree m 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
You should take folic Acid at least 3 months before you want to get pregnant. I take the Vitamin World Band. I really like it!
2006-10-19 10:28:53 · answer #1 · answered by jamiasl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you need to take 400 micrograms of folic acid. Each different brand will be exactly the same in effect- so you may as go for the cheapest. More expensive doesn't equal better.
I would be a little bit wary of supplements containing other things. I took Sanatogen Pronatal, but the iron in it interfered with some other pills I was on. Only take them if you're sure a) you need them (you'll get all you really need from a balanced diet) and b)you're not on aything else
2006-10-19 17:32:46 · answer #2 · answered by laura w 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. The first six weeks of pregnancy are a crucial time when it comes to folic acid preventing spina bifida. Good luck.
2006-10-19 17:30:28 · answer #3 · answered by Miriam Z 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just take a prenatal vitamin. You'll get the folic acid you need along with other beneficial vitamins.
I prefer Nature Made Multi Prental - it actually does not make me nauseous.
2006-10-19 17:27:52 · answer #4 · answered by amber 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A doctor usually gives a prenatal prescription when you are pregnant. If not you can ask for one and that will have plenty of folic acid.
2006-10-19 17:29:46 · answer #5 · answered by Sakora 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My doctor prescribed (Folic Acid 1 MG tablet WAT) it does not have another name.. I take it everyday... I was suppose to take the prenatal pills also but those pills make me sick to my stomach.
I was told to take Flinstones with Calcuim instead...
2006-10-19 17:29:57 · answer #6 · answered by Vicky 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋