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Folic Acid

The synthetic form of folate, which is a water-soluble vitamin B9, is called folic acid. Folic acid is essential during pregnancy to prevent neural birth defects. The other benefits of taking folic acid are it prevents cancer and helps reduce homocysteine levels, which is related to the development of heart problems.

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Can Vitcofol be given along with syrup Zincovit to 1-year-old baby?

Query: Hello doctor, Is there any problem if syrup Vitcofol is given along with syrup Zincovit to a 1-year-old baby? Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Samreen A Urooj

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. There is no harm in giving these both medications because both have a different mode of action, but the important point to consider is to try to give one medicine at lunchtime and another at dinner. Do not give them at the same time. These two medicines will effect thi...  Read Full »

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