I was recommended to take folic acid 3 months before conceiving a baby. Do I have to stop taking the birth control pill before then?

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Alexandre Chagnon · 3 years ago

Good evening ma'am,

No, the birth control pill was not to be stopped at the same time as starting folic acid. You can take both at the same time for a few weeks, or even a few months, without a problem.

Good evening,

Alexandre

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