Blackmores Folate 500mcg Tablets

Blackmores Folate is a source of folic acid which helps prevent neural tube defects such as spina bifida and anencephaly when trying to conceive and during the first trimester of pregnancy.

Blackmores Folate is a convenient one a day dose of folic acid for use in preconception and the first trimester in pregnancy. It assists in healthy red blood cell production, supporting general health and wellbeing. Folate can also be taken as a supplement for those whose diet may not provide adequate folic acid levels.

Folic acid 500 microgramA water-soluble B group vitamin, folate is involved in the synthesis of DNA and RNA and the activation of vitamin B12 into its active form. Folic acid is found in fresh green leafy vegetables, broccoli, mushrooms, legumes, nuts and fortified cereals.

Adults - Take 1 tablet a day with a meal, or as professionally prescribed

Adults - Take 1 tablet a day with a meal, or as professionally prescribed

Always read the label and follow the directions for use.Supplements may only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequateContains soya bean productsDo not exceed the stated dose of folic acid except on medical advice. If you have had a baby with a neural tube defect you should seek specific medical adviceNot to be taken with Blackmores Conceive Well Gold, Blackmores Pregnancy & Breast-Feeding Gold, Blackmores I-Folic, or other folic acid containing supplementsAlways talk to your health professional before taking multiple products for pregnancyIf you have any pre-existing conditions, or are on any medications always talk to your health professional before useSome products should be ceased at least two weeks before any elective surgery, please confirm with your health professional