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Hi. Can someone suggest some best multivitamins for diabetics and slightly obese 48y old vegetarian man with a history of kidney stone and uti. Need vitamins for b12 deficiency, and cover other diabetes related issues. Also suggest the dosage and break cycles
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Do all basic vitamins and minerals checked
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You can take neurobion forte 1 tab daily
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You can take neurotab lc but before you rule out nutritional deficiency test
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You can start with T. Nurokind LC once daily for 2 months post which we can plan for review and reduce dosage.
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Tab Neurokind-LC
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You can take meganeuron od plus once daily for 2-3 months depending on the vitamin b 12 levels.Take supradyn as a multivitamin supplement
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Best would be a one to one consultation
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Kindly consult for better diagnosis and treatment
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In a diabetic patient with obesity and history of renal stones, supplementation should be targeted rather than indiscriminate multivitamin use — first confirm levels (B12, Vit D, renal function). For B12 deficiency: oral methylcobalamin 1500 mcg daily or 1500 mcg weekly regimen (or IM if severe), and consider diabetic-friendly multis like Zincovit-DM / Diabeta Plus once daily after food. Avoid high vitamin C and excess calcium supplementation due to stone history; ensure adequate hydration.
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Typical course: 3 months supplementation followed by reassessment and continuation based on clinical/lab response.
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Advise lifestyle measures alongside — glycemic control, weight optimization, and periodic monitoring — as vitamins are supportive, not primary therapy.
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Kindly consult for proper evaluation and treatment
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If you want to discuss your problem in more detail, feel free to message me on WhatsApp at nine one one nine two five five six nine nine for a detailed free discussion
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Please connect me throgh practo or wattsap nine zero seven two two zero seven zero nine three
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Your patient is 1) obese 2) has kidney stones 3) diabetic 4) B12 deficiency 5) vegetarian All are not good sign for a good healthy life Need to have lifestyle changes along with proper treatment for deficiency and diabetes and stones Please consult a endocrinologist nearby and a nutritionist to plan the dietary changes . His problems are all interrelated .
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Full body blood chemistry with vit d3 and B12 levels
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Congratulations with endocrinologist and nutritionist nearby
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B12 Neurokind od one after dinner for two months.   Multivitamin Tab supradyne one per day after food lunch or dinner.  Omega 3 one at night.
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Diabetes and B12 deficiency are common, especially in vegetarians. A B12 supplement (usually methylcobalamin) along with a balanced diabetic-friendly multivitamin can help. Avoid high-dose vitamin C or calcium supplements due to kidney stone history.
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Dosage depends on blood levels, so proper evaluation is important. Please consult me for detailed guidance and personalized treatment.
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According to your age ,need more information for further management Kindly Contact me on practo or whatsapp
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You are a 48-year-old vegetarian man with: • Diabetes (or pre-diabetes) • Slight obesity • Vitamin B12 deficiency • History of kidney stones • History of UTIs This combination influences supplement choice: What we want to avoid/limit: • Excess calcium supplements (can worsen kidney stones) • High doses of vitamin C (oxalate risk) • Supplements with sugar or unnecessary fillers What you need: • Vitamin B12 (deficiency correction) • Vitamin D • Magnesium (often low and helpful for insulin sensitivity) • Omega-3 fatty acids • A balanced multivitamin/mineral that does not overload calcium Multivitamins are supportive but not a substitute for targeted corrections. Given your conditions, customization matters.
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A. Vitamin B12 Preferred form: Methylcobalamin • Methylcobalamin 1500–2000 mcg daily (Or 1500 mcg 3–5 days/week) • If deficiency is severe → initially daily for 8–12 weeks, then rotate to maintenance. B. Vitamin D3 • 60,000 IU once weekly for 8 weeks, then • 2000 IU daily after levels normalize. C. Omega-3 (fish oil) Choose a product with EPA + DHA 1000–1500 mg daily: • Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega • Viva Naturals Omega-3 • Coromega Omega-3 Squeeze (If vegetarian: choose algal oil DHA/EPA) D. Magnesium • Magnesium glycinate or citrate 200–300 mg at night Helpful for muscle cramps, insulin sensitivity, sleep. E. Multivitamin (balanced) Look for a diabetic-friendly, low-calcium, low-iron multivitamin: • Thorne Basic Nutrients 2/Day • Pure Encapsulations O.N.E. Multivitamin • Garden of Life mykind Organics Men’s Multi • GNC Mega Men Once Daily (low sugar fillers) These provide broad B-complex, antioxidants, and trace minerals without excess calcium or iron.
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Cycle & duration • Vitamin B12: Start daily for 2–3 months → then 3–5x/week • Vitamin D3: Weekly for 8 weeks → then daily maintenance • Omega-3: Daily ongoing • Magnesium: Daily (preferably evening) • Multivitamin: Once daily with food Kidney stone consideration • Avoid additional calcium supplements unless deficiency proven. • Avoid high doses of vitamin C (>500 mg), which can increase oxalate. Blood sugar & safety • Take supplements after meals to reduce GI upset. • Monitor blood glucose regularly — some supplements can slightly affect insulin sensitivity. Interactions • Omega-3 can slightly thin blood — watch interactions if on aspirin or blood thinners. • Magnesium can cause loose stools if too high — adjust dose. ⸻ Given your specific health profile (diabetes, obesity, B12 deficiency, and past stones), you can absolutely benefit from structured supplementation — but the right mix matters more than random picks. If you want a personalized supplement and diet plan with precise doses based on your labs and medical history, I’d be happy to help you in a brief online consultation so we can tailor it safely and effectively.
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I totally understand your concern. Before suggesting treatment, I would like to ask a few questions to ensure the correct management can be provided.  Contact me on Practo or WhatsApp chat. 92469306sevenfour Dr. Harichandana,  MBBS, MD (General medicine)
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You can try diabetone,gluconorm total, these are diabetes specific multivitamin product.for B12 deficiency you need to b12 (Methylcobalamin)1000 mcg .once weekly.alpha lipoeic acid 300 mg daily for 3 months.consult me on practo for further management.
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Nurokind OD 1500 mcg
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Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Neurobion forte once.a day for 15 days If patient has no allergy
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Tab Neurokind LC once a day
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Tab neurokind lc
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Nurokind
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Cap nurokind plus rf once daily after dinner for 15 days
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Needed some history before prescribe multivitamins consult for further management
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Need some more details kindly consult
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