Can I continue taking my supplement if it provides 1000 mcg (1 mg) or more of folic acid?
Yes, you can continue taking the supplement. Most women do not need more than the recommended 400 mcg (0.4 mg) of folic acid. However, your health care provider may recommend or prescribe a supplement with a higher amount of folic acid if you are at increased risk of having a baby with a neural tube defect. These supplements are usually recommended to be taken for a short period of time (usually from 3 months before conception through the first trimester of pregnancy). Ensure that your folic acid supplement also contains vitamin B12. Follow the advice of your health care provider.
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