Prenatel vitamins - Is there a major difference between over the counter and ones that are prescribe

[Anonymous]

Is there a major difference between over the counter and ones that are prescribed?

[Anonymous]

Think they are the same.

[Anonymous]

The prescription ones typically have more folic acid in them. But the over-the-counter ones have everything you need, and if you find one that doesn't make you nauseous you should stick with it. I liked the CVS generic ones.

[Anonymous]

My RE wanted me to take prescription because it had more folic acid. It worked -- I had a completely healthy twin pregnancy.

[Anonymous]

I took the prescription ones before getting pregnant, then Rainbow Light brand (whole foods) after. I supplemented with 400 mcg of Natures Brand folic acid also just in case. You can buy extra folic on your own to get the folic acide in the presciption ones.

[Anonymous]

Yes, I don't take prenatals at all - just a regular multi-vitamin and extra calcium and fish oil supplements. When I was pregnant, I added in more iron and calcium. They've upped the folic acid requirements since then, but I get so much w/ fortified cereal, whole grains and green stuff that I'm not worried about not getting enough.

[Anonymous]

CVS generic are perfect for me. I eat very well rounded also.

[Anonymous]

Also -- some of the prescription versions have stool softeners in them. The iron levels in some of the prenatals can constipate.

[Anonymous]

Some of the prescription ones also have DHA