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What is a treatment of low B12 level if it is under 150? I am vegetarian weakness is related to low B12 level?

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

I have low level of vitamin b12 which tablet should I take to cover it up my b12 level is 133 pg/ml and I have acidity problem which supplement should I take or which tablet should I take

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Not said veg or non veg. Very low ...  Read More

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I am diagnosed with low level of vitamin B12. 72Pg/ml. What should I do to bring it back? As I am having back pains and shoulder pains, also due to this I feel dizzy sometimes. Is it related to low level of B12?

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hello there. yes it is related. have lots of vegetables and fruits. green leafy vegetables are also a must. along with all this, take a multivitamin supplement like neurobion forte one tablet dail ...  Read More

Jave low D3 & B12 levels. Can you suggest tablets for vitamin D3 & B12. Alaoention dosage to be taken

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Tab neurobion forte for B12 one tab Daily.. Tab Shelcal HD for vit D n calcium. ...  Read More

Hi, I recently got my blood test done and have attached the reports and would need help in knowing what exactly is the problem I have low levels of Vit D, B12, Ferritin and Positive TTG. Also, Which is the best medicine for low hemoglobin level b12 level which doesn't constipate?

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You can visit for intravenous iron once in six to eight months to fulfil your iron need ...  Read More

I have my b12 test done it's level is 75. Whether this is low. I have prescription for neurobin plus forte. Kindly suggest whether i need to take it. I am thyronorm 75mcg.

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Yes ,it's low .Take Fast & Up Vitamin B12 tablet once a day.Please ask me directly for personalized diet plan for you. ...  Read More

I'm using razo 20 prescribed by doctor. After few days I'm feeling low energy and dizzy ? In side effect I saw it cause brittle bones and b12 deficient. Is it reason for this side effects?

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Noo man not so fast...... Chronic use may lead to the side effects it's not like it will. Drink plenty of water with ORS... keep your self hydrated. Avoid spicy and oily food. Avoid outside food. Do ...  Read More

My Vit D level is 13.7, and B12 is 190. My hemoglobin is also low at 9.8. Kindly suggest. Thank you.

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Tab mecobalamin 1500mcg upto 2month ,1tab daily And tab D rise 60k iu ,once a week upto 2month then 1tab @ month ...  Read More

Hello docs Can we have normal homocysteine level but low vitamin b12 like under 100? My vitamin b12 is 99 i tested today so I worried, will test for homocysteine level soon! So just asking can we have normal homocysteine level with vitamin b12 deficiency?

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Homocysteine is an amino acid. Vitamins B12, B6 and folate break down homocysteine to create other chemicals your body needs ...  Read More

Hi doctors since i was having severe muscle aches and numbness in one side leg neurologist made me do cbc , creatine ,b12 etc b12 report is 290 where lab range is 239-930 but my value is 290 and in cbc my lymphocytes is reduce to 19% where range is 25-40% also am under constant mental stress Does b12 deficiency caused low lymphocytes?

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

Hi doctors my wife was recently diagnosed with borderline b12,feritin , magnesium etc is can these deficiency cause headaches also because i know one gets muscle aches dizziness but she complains headache along with these My query is will anyone get head ache due to this deficiency?

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kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case via PRACTO app ...  Read More

Hi doctors recently i was diagnosed with border line b12 my hb is 13 & ferritin levels doctor prescribed me nurokind1500 injections my ferritin is 18 where lab range is 6-137 I am a vegetarian i read somewhere taking b13 reduce more ferritin am getting scared now Is it true if we take b12 feritin will reduce ?

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Ferritin levels may go down Dònt worry about that U may add Iron supplements also for 6-8 week period ...  Read More

Which infection causes low stomach acid? What is the treatment for low stomach acid? I was getting excess amount of acid reflux and i got antral gastritis. Which means i got high stomach acid. Doctor has given ppi. Gastritis has reduced. But I am still getting acid reflux. Now, the food is not digesting. Which means I got low stomach acid. How is

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Hi , My daughter is having vitamin b12 count as 27 . Pls suggest some medicines like strips or syrup. She is 12 year old with 50 kgs. Thanks ,

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Vitamin B12 level of 27 appears quite low and usually needs proper supplementation after clinical evaluation. Please consult your pediatrician/physician with the full report, CBC and symptoms histor ...  Read More

Male Age 20 Weight 85 kg Height 5' 6" Major problems: 1. Loose & irregular stool 2. Slow metabolism & digestion 3. Feeling dizzy & low memory 4. Sometimes pain in lower right abdomen (specially after eating something or drinking water) Minor problems: 1. Regular cramps in legs & hand fingers Past history: 1. Very bad sleep schedule

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First of all ,main cause of all of your problem is sedentary lifestyles and dietary habits.you need to change this first.for vitamins you can take supplements for it ,no issue .other things like tsh i ...  Read More

Hi doctors, My b12 level is 196... could you please suggest any vegetarian medicines which I can rJe to improve my b12 level.

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A Vitamin B12 level of 196 pg/mL is considered 'Borderline Deficient' (Normal range: 200–900 pg/mL). Since Vitamin B12 is primarily found in animal products, vegetarians are at a very high risk ...  Read More

Male. Age 20. Weight 85 kg. Height 5' 6" Major problems: 1. Loose & irregular stool 2. Slow metabolism & digestion 3. Feeling dizzy & low memory Minor problems: 1. Regular cramps in legs & hand fingers Past history: 1. Very bad sleep schedule from last 2 years 2. Very bad eating habit from last 2 years. Consumed lots of junk &

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

My father was diagnosed with Hypomania around 6 months back and is taking medication for the same since then and is feeling ok. The problem now is that he is having low sodium level i.e. 128 and low chloride 94. What medication should be given in place of Tazloc trio as it is reducing the electrolytes and what medication should be given to increase

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Give little table salt if not hypertensive. Also consult your treating physician ...  Read More

My B12 level is 148 which is quite low, will it be ok if I take Nurokind OD tablet for 3 months to increase by B12 level.

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U can Or inj neurobion forte one ample intramuscular in gluteal reason every alternate day for five injection ...  Read More

Hi Doctor, i have done my medical test today in which my vitamin d level is 13.7 and vitamin b12 is 167 . What supplement should i take to increase it ? I have attached my report also

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Hello, your reports suggest borderline low levels of the hormones as mentioned in the tests, however, we need to modify the treatment plan according to your symptoms, if they can settle on tablets or ...  Read More

I got my test done and my vitamin d level was 5.58 whereas b12 levels were 132 !!! I am completely clueless how do I proceed further... I won't be able to take injections because of side effects and high pain reasons and since I am already weak is it possible with supplements??? If yes then what supplements should I take??

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You can consult online or in person with a physician for further treatment ...  Read More

My recent blood investigation shows lpw vit d 8.64 ng/dl and b12 is 246 pg/ml.suggest good me suplements for improving them

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I was diagnosed with COVID 19 four years ago. I was hospitalized. Now for the last month I am experiencing shortness of breath and low oxygen levels. I am attaching my latest CBC report, please suggest medicine.

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you are having infection too...but most important that low oxygen is the concerning part..kindly connect ...  Read More

Hi. I had a blood test. My Vitamin B12 level is low. It is 140. While uric acid is 8.2. pls suggest some medicine. Cholesterol is on higher border line and sugar is at prediabetic level.

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

Recently i took full body check up with blood samples and observed following result- Iron -61ug/dl Vitamin B12- 157pg/ml Vitamin D total-5.73ng/ml This result is below the required range. please suggest how can I boost this level.

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Initially you may need medicines for the vitamin d and b 12 deficiencies.Take meganeuron od plus once a day for 2 months,Cap d rise 60000 iu once a week for atleast 12 weeks ...  Read More

My ferritin is 10.90, iron is 57 and b12 is 281. Will femozer plus ( ferrous bisglycinate 60 mg + methycobalamin 500 mcg+folic acid 1mg +zinc bisglycinate 15 mg) tablet okay for me. Iron tab cause constipation to me.

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Can help you, kindly provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

Hello Doctors, how many b12 injection doses required and what is the frequency of dose if b12 reading is 120

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A Vitamin B12 level of 120 pg/mL is considered low, and supplementation is required. However, the exact number of injections and frequency is decided by a physician, as it depends on the cause of defi ...  Read More

My mother B12 level is greater than 2000. Any risk and what are the remedies. Currently he is taking tablets for multivitamin and calcium supplements.

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Opt for multivitamins that do not have Vitamin B12 ...  Read More

Good evening our hardworking doctors! I just have a query regarding the test for vitamin B12. May I know which test is the best or good indicator for vitamin B12 levels , more like a better indicator. I'm asking because I need to start medicines for the same.

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

My mother is 70 years old and has really low vitamin D (6.2) and low vitamin B12 levels. Please suggest quality supplements she can have. And does she need to take calcium along with VitD?

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Please consult a General Physician in your area. A complete evaluation of the patient is required to find out if she has any other deficiencies. ...  Read More

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