Pregnacare with Folic Acid

About Pregnacare with Folic Acid

Pregnacare with Folic Acid Tablet Uses

• Supports nutrition in women planning pregnancy or who are pregnant.
• Provides folic acid to help lower the risk of neural tube defects.
• Supplies iron, vitamin D and B vitamins during pregnancy.
• May be used during breastfeeding when a doctor advises.

Pregnacare with Folic Acid Tablet Benefits

• Many key nutrients in one daily tablet.
• Folic acid supports early development of the baby.
• Vitamin D and iron help support bones and blood levels.

What Experts Say

Pregnacare is a multivitamin and mineral made for pregnancy. Its central nutrient is folic acid, which helps the baby spinal cord and brain form properly in the first weeks. It also supplies iron, vitamin D, B vitamins, zinc and iodine. A balanced diet, rest and regular antenatal visits remain equally important.

Pregnancy raises the need for many nutrients, and diet alone may not meet them. Health bodies advise folic acid before conception and through the first twelve weeks, and many doctors continue a prenatal vitamin after that. Your doctor may also check hemoglobin and vitamin D levels during pregnancy.

A prenatal vitamin should support, not replace, a healthy diet. Take only one tablet as directed, avoid extra vitamin A supplements, and keep it away from children since iron overdose is dangerous. A doctor may adjust folic acid dose in special situations. Taking it with food often makes it easier on the stomach.

Drug Class

• Prenatal multivitamin and mineral dietary supplement.

Pregnacare with Folic Acid formula

• Folic Acid
• Vitamin D3
• Vitamin B6
• Vitamin B12
• Vitamin C
• Vitamin E
• Iron
• Zinc
• Iodine
• Magnesium

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Pregnacare with Folic Acid?

• Take one tablet daily with a meal and water, or as advised by your healthcare provider.
• Do not exceed the recommended dose.
• Taking it after food may reduce nausea from the iron.
• Do not take it together with other multivitamins unless your doctor says so.

Drug Interactions

• Thyroid medicine, some antibiotics and osteoporosis drugs: Iron and minerals can lower their absorption, so keep a gap of a few hours.
• Antiepileptic drugs such as phenytoin: Folic acid can affect their levels, so tell your doctor.
• Other multivitamins or iron products: Combined use can push iron and vitamin doses too high.

Risks and warnings

• Iron overdose: Keep well away from children, and seek urgent help if a child swallows tablets.
• Extra vitamin A: Avoid more vitamin A from other supplements, as high amounts can harm the baby.
• Iron overload conditions: Not suitable for people with hemochromatosis or similar conditions unless a doctor approves.
• Allergy: Avoid if allergic to any ingredient.
• Medical advice: Discuss use with your gynecologist, especially with anemia, epilepsy or diabetes.

Pregnacare with Folic Acid Tablet Side Effects

• Constipation
• Nausea or upset stomach
• Dark stools (from iron)
• Bloating or gas
• Rare: rash or itching

Storage Conditions

• Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place.
• Keep the container tightly closed.
• Do not use after the expiry date.
• Keep out of reach of children.