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Iron deficiency in 8weeks pregnancy
I have a Hb of 7.4 and i am 8 weeks pregnant , all the other tests are normal, my doctor has recommended me not to take iron supplements in first trimester instead i am taking 5mg folic acid tablets, is it okay for me to not take iron supplements at this stage? Or will it affect the growth of baby?
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Pls take iron supplements
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Dr. Roopakshi
Obstetrician
8 yrs exp
New Delhi
Yes you shouldnot take iron supplement in first trimester as it can harm in making of baby , called teratogenic !
Instead u can increase iron rich food in your diet like jaggery , banana , apple , guava, pear , ragi etc !
And start tab Becozyme c forte along with folic acid
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