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VIT b12 deficiency

2025-09-20 14:31:22
My vitamin b12 is low 174 pg/ml which one tablet should I prefer 1.Carbamide Forte- methylcobalmin b12-1500mcg 2. Neurobion forte - cyanocobalamin b12,b1 and b6 As I heard somewhere that methylcobalmin is best Doctors tell which one  should I choose
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Both are good but better is methylcobalamine

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It depends on the symptoms. If u have neuropathy or other neurological symptoms, neurobion is better. Carbamide forte is better as a multivitamin supplement

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Neurobion forte will better for ur health condition ryt , it's make existing vit B12 along with new input, means time other requirements will available in forte.
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make sure with injection, have adequate physical activity for 20 min In day

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You seem to be a Medical Store owner. It is better to consult Mr Google rather than using a preparation which is likely to expire in a short time (that is the mentality of a Medical Store owner).

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

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Methcobalamine would be a better choice but the cause of the deficiency will have to be evaluated.
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diet will have to be modified as well

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Firstly try to correct with dietary modification then go for supplements Consume b12 rich food like cereals, fish, eggs, meat,  tofu, mushroom If there's any symptoms like hyperpigmentation of knuckles, numbness then take methylcobalmine 1500mcg one tablet in the afternoon Kindly connect with me on practo for complete evaluation

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It depends upon your symptoms.
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Vitamin B12 supplement requires a Holistic approach.

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It is better to do a deworming with Albendazole 800mg tablet to prevent anemia and add vitamin b12 rich foods like fish, meat and eggs, if you are a vegetarian add cereals too. And when this is not sufficient go for vitamin b12 supplements

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Methylcobalmin B12- 1500mcg But it is best to find the cause of the deficiency and what other manifestations you have.
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kindly consult
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dietary changes

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Take tablet neurobion forte once a day for one month

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Methylcobalamine 1500 mvg one per night for two months.

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Just tell me whether you are non vegetarian or vegetarian because dietary habits also impact the B12 levels..and you have any surgery done of stomach or any other issue.
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you have told your b12 level is 174 that means it's too low, if you are taking tablets of methylcobalamine 1500, take it once daily for 1 month after that check your b12 levels again.

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Tab Neurobion forte once daily for 1 month

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Methylcobalamin or cyanocobalamin 1500mcg once daily is preferred

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First u have to confirm the cause of your b12 deficiency like diet issues or malabsorption issues
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first confirm the cause by consulting doctor

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Methylcobalmine is better in view of bioavailability of the drug

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Take 1st one better if oly vit b23 levels r low without any tingling

Answered2025-09-28 04:53:39

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Need few more details Kindly connect.

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Do connect and consult Will help you

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Need few more details Kindly consult

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Your B12 is definitely on the lower side. Both the options you mentioned are used, but there’s a small difference. Neurobion Forte has cyanocobalamin along with B1 and B6, which is fine but usually works better for general nerve health. Methylcobalamin (like in Carbamide Forte) is the active form and is generally absorbed and utilized better by the body. Since you have a straightforward B12 deficiency, I’d prefer you go with methylcobalamin. But remember, just taking tablets may not always be enough sometimes we give injections if the deficiency is significant or if symptoms are present. Further it’s important that we address why your B12 is low in the first place. As of now, you can start methylcobalamin daily, and we’ll recheck your levels in a few weeks. Please consult with me directly so I can guide you better depending on your diet and symptoms
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start methylcobalamin daily
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we need to make changes in your diet too.

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Neurobion forte

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First one is better.

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Methyl cobalamine is said to be a natural form that body uses better. Take fortified cereals,  egg, milk, curd, cheese, fermented foods, soya.

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-According to your query and sign and symptom you want to know about the cause and Treatment of disease as you have mentioned as above as - -Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment as it need complete history of patient as personal and family history. Please follow good life style as • take plenty of fluid and • take less spicy and fatty foods and • take home made food only and do exercise regularly with yoga and meditation and • keep positive attitude to fight any disease and any problem of your life . ....

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Neurobion forte

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Get folate levels checked along with a complete hemogram. Wouldn't recommend taking B12 supplement directly as it's not recommended. Contact for further information

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Hello , I need to know whether you are taking a vegetarian diet or a non vegetarian one. I can guide you step by step . You can Connect with me on practo.

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