Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Spina bifida is a neural tube defect that occurs when the baby's spine and spinal cord do not develop properly. If the baby has this condition then the neural tube doesn't close properly because of which the backbone doesn't form completely. According to research taking Folinine D helps in the prevention of Spina bifida in the unborn fetus.

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Folinine D 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. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Self-medication can be dangerous to health, therefore, one should take Folinine D after consulting a doctor.

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Folate is required by the human body for the synthesis, repair, and methylation of DNA. It also acts as a cofactor for various biological processes. Folate plays an important role during cell division and is required during infancy and pregnancy. Folate is required for the synthesis of healthy red blood cells. Deficiency of folate can affect all these roles and can cause anemia thus Folinine D fulfills this deficiency and prevents from anemia.

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Folinine D has reported interactions with medicines like fosphenytoin, methotrexate, phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone, and pyrimethamine. Always check with a medical practitioner once before taking them together.