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B12 how much to take

2023-01-14 08:51:45
My b12 levels were 180 in December and now I started taking b12 supplements only 3 days ago and now my b12 levels are 466. Should I stop taking them? Or continue it for a month as prescribed?
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Need few details Kindly consult

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Something is wrong with one of the tests. I don't know what vitamins you have been prescribed. If it is tablets please take the treatment for at least 2 months. If it is injections then you should take 5 injections on alternate days

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Kindly discuss for your concern

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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 help you better.book a time slot as per your convenience for consultation.

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.

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I Agree with Dr padhy. No need and of not much use to repeat the test so early on. I feel u can now take low dose b12 for 3 months and then check.

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Vitamin B12 rich diet is advisable
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Consultation for detailed discussion is advisable

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Can help you, kindly provide me detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

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Stop it

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You can stop taking the supplements.
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Regular intake of B12 rich food would be sufficient.

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Yes you can stop medicine

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U can stop the medicine

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First of all, Don't do in 3 days of taking medications, if you are taking tablet, better take for atleast 2 weeks

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