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Am planning for pregnancy how macfolate capsules are useful? Can I start it before getting pregnant?
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Yes, it's useful, especially if you start it at least 6 wks before conception
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Hello, folic acid supplementation should be started 3 months prior to planning of pregnancy as they are known to prevent congenital foetal defects.
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