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I have b12 and D vitamin deficiency what is the reason for this and what is the best medicines for b12 deficiency

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Vit d we get it from sunlight and vit b12 from the food we eat.. if both are less then it shows deficiency.. medicines and injections are started based on the value in lab report.. if the level is re ... Read More

What is the general medicine to take for B12 deficiency? Please let me know so that I can take the same.

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I have deficiency of B12 ,please refer best tablet for b12 Thank you. ...,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,.,

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Consult neurologist if required he will prescribe tab or injection after test.mean while u can take cap zevit once a day ... Read More

I am diagnosed with b12 deficiency. I need some clarification regarding the treatment given to me

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We need to see the prescription and also know whether there is any other associated problem. The treatment isa basically vit b12 supplementation. ... Read More

What is the best medicine for vitamin B12 deficiency and how much time takes to get normal by using B12 supplements

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that depends upon various factors , including your present Vit B12 levels , also have you done Blood Tests ... Read More

Vitamine b12 deficiency in the body.how to increase the b12 vitamins in the body without supplements

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Contact me through practo direct consultation for further information surely help you. ... Read More

Got the lab tests done. Tested positive for b12 deficiency. Need help to get b12 injections.

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Vit b12 injections are safe and effective. Just consult your doctor. He may also consider do tests to find why you are deficient ... Read More

B12 deficiency nerve damage is reverse or not pls tell me sir. I am taking b12 sots last 1 month... .

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Its reversible but it's a gradual process ... Read More

When we have excess B12 in the body, like 100pg/ml is enough, then why do they call it deficiency?

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Hai, Good evening, Deficiency doesn't mean lower than the normal level it also mean higher than the normal level. In both cases the function of the nutrient will get affected. ... Read More

I am suffering by b12 deficiency. Since 4 months. And often i am facing shortness of breath. Is this due to low b12 of something else

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I understood your concern and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can hel ... Read More

I have iron,vitamin b12 and vitamin d deficiency.please find attached medical reports and please suggest medicines for that

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ... Read More

Should I take B12 empty stomach or after breakfast. Which is better for how many days iw will be good

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ... Read More

My b12 level is 281. Do i need a supplement. If need pls suggest how much mg and how to take. I have symptoms like tingling in feet and hairfall.

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You are now Borderline low range Methylcobalamin (Vitamin B12) 1500 mcg daily (oral) for 6–8 weeks Alternatively, if symptoms are significant: Injection Methylcobalamin 1000 mcg weekly × 4 ... Read More

I have recently had blood check in that my vitamin b12 is 148L and vitamin D25 is 11.9L Which suppliment and mg I have to take and at what interval.

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I need more detail history Send me the report ... Read More

Hello I got my full body checkup done my b12 was 200. I have symptoms like dizziness and constant tiredness/weakness. I was prescribed neurobion forte for 15 days. I did take it. I feel little better but my constant fatigue is not gone yet. Should I continue taking neurobion forte or just diet changes can increase b12? (My vitamin d was 65 and haem

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I got a blood and urine test done day before and the report says that I have chroni vitamin D deficiency. I also had b12 deficiency but because I was taking supplements for 4-5 days before the test, the report doesn't clearly shows that. I might have some B6 deficiency also. Need to see the report for it. I am a vegan so want to understand my defi

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I have done full body checkup, mainly I have vitamin D and B12 deficiency. Vit D - 15 Vit b12 - 140 Please suggest any prescriptions or supplements I can take orally Or any supplement injections are required? To correct this deficiency what precautions I need to do.

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Consult for detailed prescription. ... Read More

As per my attached reports, my Vitamin D3 and B12 is substantially low, so need consultation for that.

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ... Read More

I recently got a blood test done and my iron levels are at 59, total binding capacity 388, Hemoglobin is 12 and generally I feel bit tired by the evening and don't feel like working .Appetite has reduced over the last few months and am having hairfall. Do all these symptoms indicate an iron deficiency and need of supplements? My B12 is also on the

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Thank you for asking the question mam! I can understand the situation very well. Tiredness could be due to anemia or low iron as well so many other causes. As I can see, your iron profile is normal b ... Read More

How much doze of vit d should be taken and at what inervals to cope with deficiency vit d is less than8.Already taken 8 doze of vit d 60000iu .

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No more required at present. ... Read More

Active vitamin b12 for my daughter is 27 pmol/l. Is this the correct range. She is 12 years old with 50.kgs weight. Can she take quicobol strips once a month as maintenance dose . Thanks ,

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B12 deficiency is due to avoiding animal sources in the food. Common in Vegan diet. For deficiency B12 can be taken orally for 2 weeks or by injection once in month. Egg non vegetarian foods contain v ... Read More

Hi , My daughter is having vitamin b12 count as 27 . Pls suggest some medicines like strips or syrup. She is 12 year old with 50 kgs. Thanks ,

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Vitamin B12 level of 27 appears quite low and usually needs proper supplementation after clinical evaluation. Please consult your pediatrician/physician with the full report, CBC and symptoms histor ... Read More

Hi Doctor, I have 1 year old baby. I am having vitamin B12 deficiency. I feel spicy when I eat not spicy foods. And my tongue has some irritation also. Shall I continue breastfeeding? Please suggest to cure my deficiency problem

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Yes, you can continue breastfeeding. Vitamin B12 deficiency can cause tongue irritation/burning sensation and weakness. Please consult a physician for proper treatment with your B12 supplements/injec ... Read More

My B12 is at 236 and Hydroxy Vitamin D at 37as per latest reports. Do I need medicines for both to maintain optimum levels. I feel exhausted often and pain in hands even in small tasks like combing hair. HB is at 11.7. Please suggest medicines.

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Your bit 12 is boderline low Hb ideally should be more bt ita not that too low . You can be befitted by the supplements Like vit bcomplex Vit d3 supplements Iron rich diet You should get yourself c ... Read More

My son is 3yrs 5months, he is anemic due to iron deficiency. I have started giving him Amla, beetroot and carrot juice 100ml every morning on an empty stomach. Will it help with no side effects.. apart from this I also give him chicken or mutton liver weekly twice. Please advise about this juice I am not sure of making this a daily routine.

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Please visit doctor in person for detailed examination and further treatment ... Read More

My son has iron deficiency so I have started giving him 100 ml of Amla beetroot carrot juice everyday in the morning mostly empty stomach will it help or does this have any side effects

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Greetings Amla, beetroot, and carrot juice provides iron and vitamin C, which enhances absorption and can support hemoglobin levels. However, while nutrient-rich, this juice may not provide sufficien ... Read More

Recent blood work (Thyrocare, April 2026) confirmed: • Iron deficiency anemia (Hb 11.6, iron 40, ferritin 19.5, transferrin saturation 13%) • Vitamin D deficiency (16.42 ng/mL) • Elevated homocysteine (18.17 µmol/L) • Borderline B12 (198 pg/mL) • Borderline low calcium (8.76) Current symptoms: • Severe fatigue, cannot perform basic daily t

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Hi doctors, My b12 level is 196... could you please suggest any vegetarian medicines which I can rJe to improve my b12 level.

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A Vitamin B12 level of 196 pg/mL is considered 'Borderline Deficient' (Normal range: 200–900 pg/mL). Since Vitamin B12 is primarily found in animal products, vegetarians are at a very high risk ... Read More

On the month of august b12 deficiency is less than 100 so dr had started me injection ecery week 2 times thats completed so again rechecked in dec month so b12 is 240..so today i had taken injection from different general physican methylcobalaim 1500 mcg so is this safe coz already taken 10 injection before so dr told today u had taken this 1500 m

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Yes,its safe.b12 vitamin is water soluble ,if its increased then its also passed through urine.so no problem . ... Read More

My folic acid, iron, vitamin D and vitamin B12 are low. I need reliable medicine. I have weakness, tiredness, irritability, etc.

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