over-the-counter vitamins usually have less folic acid than prescription prenatal vitamins. also depending on your lab results your doctor may have prescribed more or less of some vitamins. so consult with your ob-gyn first. if your doctor approves it’s fine to use over-the-counter vitamins. it is really important to make sure you are giving your body the right nutrients during this time of fetal growth.
is there a difference between prenatal vitamins prescribed by my doctor and over-the-counter choices at the pharmacy?