Hello,
I am Dr. Romain Rajan, General Physician (Ex Govt Medical Officer at RML Hospital, New Delhi), and your case has been allotted to me.
Thank you for sharing the image of the tablet. I understand your concern regarding its authenticity and usage.
About the tablet you are taking
From the composition visible:
⢠Methylcobalamin 1500 mcg
⢠Alpha lipoic acid
⢠Folic acid
⢠Pyridoxine (B6)
⢠Biotin
ð This is a standard and commonly used combination for:
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Vitamin B12 deficiency
⢠Nerve health
⢠Weakness, fatigue
ð Even if the brand is generic and not easily found online, the composition is appropriate and medically valid.
Is it safe to continue?
ð Yes, you can safely continue this tablet
There is no issue with this combination, and it is widely prescribed in different brand names.
How long should you take it
⢠Take once daily after food
⢠Continue for 2 to 3 months
After that:
⢠Recheck Vitamin B12 level
⢠Then decide whether to continue or shift to maintenance dose
Important advice
⢠Do not worry about brand if bought from government authorized pharmacy like Makkal Marunthagam
⢠Focus is on correct composition, which your tablet has
When to consider further evaluation
⢠If symptoms like tingling, numbness, fatigue persist
⢠If B12 remains low after 2 to 3 months
Important reassurance
ð Your B12 is borderline, not severe
ð Oral supplementation like this is sufficient in most cases
ð Injections are not required unless severe deficiency
For personalised dose planning and follow up, you can reach out to me on WhatsApp at 85271646 seven seven.
Wishing you good health and recovery.
Dr. Romain Rajan
General Physician