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Methylcobalamin 500 MCG leading to acne
I have had B12 deficiency and am having Methylcobalamin 500 MCG. I have also seen skin/acne around the same time. Are these related? Should I discontinue? I have attached a photograph.
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Don't worry...... Specific Medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription.
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Hello, yes these r related to each other.. Excess dosage of vit B12 can lead to acne form eruptions, not a regular pimples..
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Better take online consultation for detailed prescription
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Dr. Sonal Chavan
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17 yrs exp
Pune
Yes these are related.but these flare up can also be treated effectively.kindly consult online further treatment
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Dr. Niraj Jain
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13 yrs exp
Kolkata
Yaa it can give acneiform eruption sometimes
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