L-methylfolate

n. the active form of the B vitamin folate. It is available as a prescription medical food to treat people with folate deficiencies, depression (as an adjunct to antidepressants), or schizophrenia (as an adjunct to antipsychotics). U.S. trade name: Deplin.

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January 3rd 2025

prenatal care

health care and educational services provided to or obtained by a woman during pregnancy. Such services are intended to prevent complications and decrease the risk of maternal or fetal mortality.