If I am taking a multivitamin that contains folic acid, is it still safe to take a B complex that contains folic acid?

It should be fine to take both just as long as the total amount of folic acid consumed daily from all sources (dietary and supplemental) does not exceed 1,000 mcg. Taking a higher folic acid dose may mask a vitamin B12 shortfall.

Is it better to take folic acid by itself or with other B vitamins?

Since the B vitamins are involved in similar bodily functions and sometimes depend on the presence of other B vitamins, it may be beneficial for the body to get the vitamins through a complex supplement instead of individually. However, there may be times when a doctor or other healthcare professional suggests taking one B vitamin for a specific reason.

Is folic acid a vitamin?

Yes. Folic acid is a B vitamin, also known as B9.

How much folic acid should I take daily?

400 mcg of folic acid daily is recommended for women of childbearing age and 600 mcg/day for pregnant women.

When does this product expire?

Please refer to the expiration date on the bottle.

Folic Acid 400 mcg Tablets

Name: Folic Acid 400 mcg Tablets
Brand: Nature Made®
SKU: 1274
Price: 6.99 USD
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TABLET

400 mcg

STRENGTH

WOMEN'S HEALTH

Help support your future bundle of joy with 400 mcg of folic acid (Equivalent to 665 mcg DFE)—an important B vitamin for women of childbearing age.

Count 250

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Quantity

Order limit is 3 of the same product

Serving size: 1 tablet

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Benefits

Folic acid, also known as folate and folacin from dietary sources, helps support the nervous system. It’s an important B vitamin for women of childbearing age, and it plays a critical role in the proper development of the baby’s nervous system. In fact, adequate folic acid in healthful diets may reduce a woman's risk of having a child with a neural tube defect. Nature Made^® Folic Acid Tablets provide 400 mcg of folic acid (Equivalent to 665 mcg DFE). It’s a little nutritional support for a whole lot of nervous system development.^†

Important B vitamin for women of childbearing age.
Nature Made Folic Acid 400 mcg is guaranteed to meet our high quality standards. It is made from carefully selected ingredients under strict manufacturing processes.
#1 Pharmacist Recommended Letter Vitamin Brand^*
United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Verified

Product Facts

SOURCED FROM HIGH QUALITY INGREDIENTS
CAN BE FOUND IN GREEN LEAFY VEGETABLES

Key Benefits

WOMEN'S HEALTH

Ingredients

Gluten Free
No Artificial Flavors
No Color Added
No Preservatives

What's in our Folic Acid 400 mcg Tablets

Amount Per Serving: 665 mcg Folate (400 mcg Folic Acid), 70 mg Calcium

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Nutrient Shortfalls

What dietary shortfalls does this product address?

Only 24% of U.S. women of childbearing age consume the recommended intake of folic acid. Adequate folic acid in healthful diets may reduce a woman’s risk of having a child with a neural tube defect. Supplementation should begin before conception as the neural tube is formed by day 28 of gestation.

Where do we normally get this product from?

Good sources of folate and folic acid include green leafy vegetables such as spinach, legumes like lentils and garbanzo beans, and fortified spaghetti or white rice.

Who might need to take this product?

Excellent question! It's specially formulated for women of childbearing age.

Dosage & Interactions

Suggested Use

Adults, take 1 tablet daily with water and a meal.

Interactions

Given that no two people are alike, if you are taking any medications you should be aware that potential drug-nutrient interactions may occur and are encouraged to consult a healthcare professional before using this product.

Use Caution

If you are taking medication, including anticonvulsants, consult your physician before use. Folic acid should be used with caution when combined with: Seizure medications (e.g., Dilantin and Mysoline)

DFE = Dietary Folate Equivalents

*Based on U.S. News & World Report - Pharmacy Times Survey of pharmacists recommending in this category.

† These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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Since the B vitamins are involved in similar bodily functions and sometimes depend on the presence of other B vitamins, it may be beneficial for the body to get the vitamins through a complex supplement instead of individually. However, there may be times when a doctor or other healthcare professional suggests taking one B vitamin for a specific reason.

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Key Benefits

Ingredients

HOW TO READ A SUPPLEMENT LABEL

Nutrient Shortfalls

What dietary shortfalls does this product address?

Where do we normally get this product from?

Who might need to take this product?

Dosage & Interactions

Suggested Use

Interactions

Use Caution

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If I am taking a multivitamin that contains folic acid, is it still safe to take a B complex that contains folic acid?

Is it better to take folic acid by itself or with other B vitamins?

Is folic acid a vitamin?

How much folic acid should I take daily?

When does this product expire?

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