Can a woman take Pp26 tablets to prevent a fetus's cleft lip?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I had an abortion before 10 days due to a major cleft lip and palate to the child.

  1. When can I start planning to conceive again?
  2. Can I take a Pp26 tablet and CC74 tablet before three months of pregnancy to prevent this defect?

I have attached my report.

Please suggest.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Vidya Muralidhar

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Vidya Muralidhar is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health. She provides comprehensive care in areas such as pregnancy, childbirth, menstrual disorders, and gynecological conditions. With a patient-centered approach, she focuses on guiding women through every stage of life, offering both preventive and therapeutic care to support their overall health and well-being.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Yes, it is important to take the above folic acid supplement to prevent cleft palate and lip and also neurological defects in the fetus. Take three months before conception and continue throughout pregnancy.

Good luck.

Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At February 22, 2018
Reviewed At August 12, 2025

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Vidya Muralidhar is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health. She provides comprehensive care in areas such as pregnancy, childbirth, menstrual disorders, and gynecological conditions. With a patient-centered approach, she focuses on guiding women through every stage of life, offering both preventive and therapeutic care to support their overall health and well-being.

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Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. K. Shobana is a Dental Surgeon specializing in oral health and dental care. She is skilled in preventive dentistry and provides oral hygiene education. She can do restorative treatments such as fillings and crowns. She can handle periodontal problems such as gum diseases and periodontitis. She can do root canal treatment.

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Dr. Vidya Muralidhar
Dr. Vidya Muralidhar

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Vidya Muralidhar is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health. She provides comprehensive care in areas such as pregnancy, childbirth, menstrual disorders, and gynecological conditions. With a patient-centered approach, she focuses on guiding women through every stage of life, offering both preventive and therapeutic care to support their overall health and well-being.

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