Pre conceptional intake of which of the following will decrease the incidence of neural tube defects?
Correct Answer: Folate
Description: Prophylactic folic acid supplementation in 2nd and 3rd trimester along with Vit. K in the last month of pregnancy is recommended, particularly in women receiving antiepileptic drugs to minimise neural tube defects and bleeding disorder respectively in the neonate.
Reference: Essentials of Medical Pharmacology Eighth Edition KD TRIPATHI page no 449
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