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Re: Too much Vitamin AFrom: R. Daniel Braun, MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)Fri, 31 Aug 2001 06:58:44 -0500 (CDT)
At Thu, 30 Aug 2001, Janet wrote: > >Hi, > >I'm 10w4d pregnant. I have been taking two multivitamins each day to >get the required amount of folic acid. My doctor told me that I could >be overdosing on vitamin A that way and to switch to a regular prenatal >vitamin. The dose of vitamin A I have been taking for approximately 4 >weeks totals 10,000 IU. I'm scared that I've caused damage to my baby. >I know that there's nothing I can do at this point but to stop taking 2 >multivitamins. Can anyone offer me advice the consequences of my >actions? > >Thank you, >Janet Most likely none. It doesn't sound like that was long enough to oversaturate your body's ability to store Vit. A.
-- R.Daniel Braun, MD FACOG FOG **Note: Opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only and, as such, do not constitute a physician-patient relationship. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options and/or interventions.
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