How important is Folic acid during my pregnancy?

Question

Hello doctor,

I am currently pregnant, seven weeks now. I had a missed miscarriage eight months back. I used to drink cheap Folic acid and Pregomega. I drank Pregomega up until the end of the last month. I stopped drinking the cheap Folic acid and started Inofolic on the first of last month.

When I contacted my gynecologist, he said I must stop taking all medication until my eight-week appointment. Is this fine? I stopped the Pregomega, but I am still taking Inofolic as I know how important Folic acid is for the baby's growth.

Kindly help.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hello,

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A pre-pregnancy Folic acid requirement is there. Actually, Folic acid is best to start three months in advance before conception. As soon as the lady misses her first period, an initial base of the central nervous system has already been established as neuropores close before 28 days of the menstrual cycle, even before confirming pregnancy in most of the ladies. So, Folic acid is best taken three months preconceptually.

In the first eight weeks, Folic acid supplements are better to have. From the start of pregnancy, hemoglobin should be normal, as in advanced pregnancy, due to physiological changes, there could be a greater reduction in hemoglobin, so more Iron oral and dietary supplements are required.

Calcium with Vitamin D is also needed by a few ladies. Have a balanced diet with lots of fruits, vegetables and plenty of water. Have complete treatment of any health issue you have. Have recreational activities and quit recreational drugs. Hemoglobin needs to be maintained in the future period of pregnancy.

I hope this helps you.

Take care.