Clonfolic Folic Acid

What is Clonfolic? Clonfolic contains folic acid which is a member of the vitamin B group. Like all vitamins, it cannot be made by the body, so it needs to be taken in a supplement and/or food form.

Why is Clonfolic important?

• Taking folic acid daily can help reduce the risk of having a baby with Spina Bifida by up to 70%.
• Taking folic acid daily can prevent up to 70% of first time neural tube defects.*

Is everyone’s baby at risk?

Yes. Spina Bifida can develop:

• Whatever your age
• Whether you are a first time mother or not
• Even if spina bifida does not run in your family
• If you are in the best of health
• There is a higher risk if you already have given birth to a baby with this condition or if a close family member has given birth to a child with spina bifida.

Are there any side effects from taking folic acid?

There are no known side effects of taking folic acid in women of child bearing age.

Adult women

Women of child-bearing age should take one tablet (0.4 mg) daily. You should begin taking this product at least 14 weeks before you become pregnant and continue taking it for at least the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. The tablets should be swallowed with water. Always read the label carefully before use.

Where can I buy Clonfolic?

It comes in a handy one and three month pack of 0.4mg tablets, the recommended daily dosage. It has been specially designed to provide precisely the required amount of folic acid for women who may become pregnant. Clonfolic is only available from your local pharmacy**.

For more information, visit www.clonfolic.ie

* Studies have shown that over 70% of first time occurrence Neural Tube Defects such as Spina Bifida can be prevented by taking 400mg of folic acid daily.

** Always read the label