Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Folic Acid + Niacinamide + Thiamine + Vitamin C is recommended during pregnancy because it is a very essential supplement which prevents the incidences such as neural tube defects in the unborn baby. 

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Some of the natural sources of Folate are green leafy vegetables, fruits, nuts, meat, eggs, yeast, liver, dairy products, beans, peas, seafood, yeast, grains, beef liver, and beef kidney. Many food items are fortified with Folic acid. Folic acid is required for the synthesis of genetic material and red blood cells. Its deficiency can cause megaloblastic anemia. It is also essential for pregnant women before and during the pregnancy. Deficiency of Folic acid during pregnancy can result in premature delivery and babies with the neural tube defects.

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Anencephaly is a serious birth defect which occurs when a baby is born without some parts of the skull and brain. It is also known as a neural tube defect.

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Folic Acid + Niacinamide + Thiamine + Vitamin C can be safely taken through the oral route or injectible. The drug is safe when taken in doses less than 1000 micrograms per day. You are advised to take Folic Acid + Niacinamide + Thiamine + Vitamin C as per your doctor's instructions. Do not take it in more than the prescribed doses.

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Folic Acid + Niacinamide + Thiamine + Vitamin C is a vitamin, whereas, Iron is a mineral. Many multivitamins and prenatal vitamins contain both these substances, as it is alright to take both of these substances together.