Is 500mg vitamin c safe in pregnancy?

Question

Someone gave me a vitamin c tablet for immunity, its 500mg. Im in first tri and dont want to take anything random without being sure. Is this dose ok during pregnancy or should i skip?

Devika Grover · Answer

Eat fresh amla or oranges, beta, they are natural sources of Vitamin C and very safe. For the tablet, ask your doctor first.

Tanushree Vyas · Answer

I would be too scared to take it without asking my doctor! Please call your gynac to make sure it doesn't cause any acidity or issues.

Smita Bagchi · Answer

I think it's always safer to ask the doctor before taking any separate vitamin tablets during this time.

Nisha Mandal · Answer

I took standard prenatal vitamins which had enough Vitamin C. If you want to take an extra 500mg tablet, just run it by your doctor once.

Tanushree Majmudar · Answer

My doctor told me the daily recommended limit is around 85mg for pregnant women. 500mg is a bit high, so definitely consult your gynac before taking it.

Indu Shenoy · Answer

It's generally fine, but why take any supplement without asking your doctor? Just give a quick call to your gynac to confirm if you actually need 500mg.

Nilima Mohanty · Answer

Haan na, we get confused with so many vitamins. Better to get it from natural foods like oranges, but ask your doctor before taking the 500mg pill.

Jayanti Parekh · Answer

Honestly, I am too tired to keep track of mg and mcg! My doctor gave me a multivitamin which already has enough, so check with your gynac before taking extra.