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Folic Acid
Hi, Is safe to take folic acid tablets for both male n female who are planning to have baby. There is 12 years age difference between me n my wife.
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Dr. Sujoy Dasgupta
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Folic acid is needed in women to help in brain development of the baby. It should be started from at least 1 month before pregnancy and must be continued for at least first 3 months of pregnancy. It is absolutely safe.
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