A woman with previous history of Neural tube defects in her first baby, becomes pregnant again ,what is the recommended folic acid dosage for her?
Correct Answer: 4 mg
Description: Generally,folic acid supplementation with 0.4 mg per day is staed at least 1 month before conception., though its best if she takes it for 3 months prior. The dose is increased to 4 mg when a woman with previous history of Neural tube defects in her previous pregnancy becomes pregnant. It should be staed 3 months before conception and continued till first trimester thereafter we switch it with IFA tablets
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