What Causes Low B12 Levels- 1154 Questions Answered

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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Dr. Ujjyani Sengupta Pawar General Physician | Mumbai

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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Dr. Umakant V. Ragte General Physician | Mumbai

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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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Dr. Anil Kumar Jain General Physician | Bangalore

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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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Dr. Sunil Ankush More General Physician | Pune

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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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Dr. Gaurav Arora Cardiologist | Gurgaon

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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Ms. Neha Suryawanshi Dietitian/Nutritionist | Mumbai

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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

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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Dr. Jitendra Satpute Internal Medicine | Gwalior

Tab mecobalamin 1500mcg upto 2month ,1tab daily And tab D rise 60k iu ,once a week upto 2month then 1tab @ month ... 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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Dr. Gaurav Gautam General Physician | Ranchi

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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

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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Dr. Vivek Rai General Physician | Navi Mumbai

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

Can UTI or Prostatitis Cause Low Testosterone Levels? I’m a male and wanted to know if urinary tract infection (UTI) or prostatitis (infection/inflammation of the prostate) can cause low testosterone levels. Can these infections temporarily or permanently affect hormone levels?

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Dr. Somdutt Sharma Urologist | Mathura

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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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Dr. Sushma Shah General Physician | Vadodara

U can Or inj neurobion forte one ample intramuscular in gluteal reason every alternate day for five injection ... 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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Dr. Nimmi Mulwani General Physician | Ahmedabad

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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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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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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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Dr. Vivek Gautam Pulmonologist | Greater Noida

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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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Dr. Anuj Mothsra General Physician | Jhunjhunu

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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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Dr. Abdul Rasheed General Physician | Bangalore

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

I have low vitamin B12 (139) and D (9.6), feel tired, brain fogg and fatigue. Low energy. Please help with measures i can Improve the same in short term and maintain the required levels.

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Dr. Nityanand Kumar General Physician | Purnia

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Vitamin D (9.6): Take D₃ 60,000 IU once weekly for 8 weeks, then 2,000 IU daily for maintenance. Get 10–15 min sunlight daily. Vitamin B12 (139): Take Methylcobalamin 1500 mcg once daily f ... 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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Dr. Anuj Mothsra General Physician | Jhunjhunu

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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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Ms. Rupali Arora Dietitian/Nutritionist | Delhi

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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Dr. Kavya Manchanda General Physician | Delhi

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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Dr. Shaista Fatma General Physician | Lucknow

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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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Dr. S K Wadhwa Gynecologist | Lucknow

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

My testosterone is 900 but there is very low libido and no morning wood, I am vitamin b12 deficit..does this is causing it?

Asked for Male, 22 Years 152 Views v

Dr. A Amin Homoeopath | Kolkata

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Which medicine should I take for vitamin b12 deficiency and how much dose my vitamin b12 level is 178pg/ml

Asked for Male, 22 Years 390 Views v

Dr. Krishna Kalantri General Practitioner | Gadchiroli

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I am feeling numbness, anxiety and leg pain downward knee Feeling tired also Hair fall and greying of hair No morning erection I took uprise d3 for 3 months it is now 164nmol/l, but morning erection not get will Would you please suggest me any supplement having methylcobalmin+folate+biotin Note-I have only been tested for b12 and not for folate

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Dr. Shaista Fatma General Physician | Lucknow

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Hello doctors, I'm seeking advice on my vitamin B12 deficiency. For nearly a year, I've had low B12 levels, with my latest test showing a level of 282 pg/mL. For the past four months, I've been taking Neurobion Forte orally. I've consulted with multiple doctors and received conflicting opinions regarding B12 injections. Some have advised against th

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Dr. Farhan Khan General Practitioner | Mysore

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Thank you for sharing these details. Vitamin B12 deficiency can have multiple causes, and management depends on the underlying reason, severity of deficiency, and your body’s ability to absorb B12 ora ... Read More

Pls suggest supplement name to correct it. Kindly suggest tablets name to correct the vitamin b12 deficiency.

Asked for Female, 28 Years 119 Views v

Dr. Viresh Bhushan General Physician | Sirsa

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Tab Neurobion forte to be taken once a day after meals ... Read More

Hi , A month back I was diagnosed with vitamin b12 deficiency (87),and I was experiencing sharp tingling in my legs ,calf muscle . I was advised to take vit B12 injections . When i completed the course .I suddenly got my vit B12 tested which is now 1,537 ,this is higher than normal . Im so scared now. will there be any issues .Kindly help .(Google

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Asked for Female, 28 Years 205 Views v

Dr. Maddipatla Hari Krishna General Physician | Hyderabad

Its totally okay .. It will be there for a while. You can stop taking b12 injections now ... Read More

Please tell me if in my body vitamins B12 and D are low then what issues I will face. Now a day I have pain in my thumb Having headache Having tingling in head

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Ms. Neha Suryawanshi Dietitian/Nutritionist | Mumbai

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Please ask me directly for details and personalized diet plan for you. ... Read More

In my latest blood y my vitamin D is 12.6 and B12 is 144. Please suggest supplement which may help .

Asked for Female, 36 Years 122 Views v

Dr. Vijay Kumar Preventive Medicine | Tirunelveli

This low level of Vitamin B12 requires a complete course Take Vitamin B12 daily for 5 days Then 3days once for 4 weeks Then weekly once for 4 weeks Then take Vitamin B12 rich foods An whole egg ca ... Read More

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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?

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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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?

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

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?

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.

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

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?

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?

Can UTI or Prostatitis Cause Low Testosterone Levels? I’m a male and wanted to know if urinary tract infection (UTI) or prostatitis (infection/inflammation of the prostate) can cause low testosterone levels. Can these infections temporarily or permanently affect hormone levels?

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

I have low vitamin B12 (139) and D (9.6), feel tired, brain fogg and fatigue. Low energy. Please help with measures i can Improve the same in short term and maintain the required levels.

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.

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

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.

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.

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?

My testosterone is 900 but there is very low libido and no morning wood, I am vitamin b12 deficit..does this is causing it?

Which medicine should I take for vitamin b12 deficiency and how much dose my vitamin b12 level is 178pg/ml

Pls suggest supplement name to correct it. Kindly suggest tablets name to correct the vitamin b12 deficiency.

Please tell me if in my body vitamins B12 and D are low then what issues I will face. Now a day I have pain in my thumb Having headache Having tingling in head

In my latest blood y my vitamin D is 12.6 and B12 is 144. Please suggest supplement which may help .

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