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What is methylcobalamin b12

My son is 12 years old. His Vitamin B12 value is 260 (taking fermented millet porridge daily for B12). He is autistic and follows vegan diet because of that. I am a pure vegetarian myself. I am making sure that he is not malnourished because of this diet. I came to know that vitamin B12 value should be higher than 500 for better brain function and

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Hello Since he has Autism it is special condition where the child has certain behavioral problems It has a very wide spectrum of presentation B12 alone is not the treatment It has a multisystem ap ...  Read More

I am undergoing treatment of thyroid and vitiligo and the doctor has given me B-12 tablets but on the tablets it shows the content as Methylcobalamin, so Methylcobalamin is called as vitamin or what?

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Yes it's vit b12 continue ...  Read More

Doctor prescribed me Vitamin B12(methylcobalamin) 1500 mcg two times a day= 3000 mcg for 10 days. Will it cause any harm or toxicity?

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Please follow your treating doctor's advice ...  Read More

Hi is 20 mg of vitamin b12 a day dangerous sublingal ...................................

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hello, No...but try and correct it by natural food items. ...  Read More

1500mcg methylcobalamin tablet can be taken regularly?? My B12 range is 275 & i want to increase the levels Kindly advice..Thank you

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U can take ...  Read More

Hi Doc, please enlighten me about the dose and duration of vitamin B12 tablets in deficiency

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The dosage depends on your current vitamin B12 levels (blood reports) .. whether you need 750 mcg or 1500 mcg once or twice on a daily basis (assuming there’s deficiency) In severe case of deficiency ...  Read More

Respected doctors, Can I take b12 (Methylcobalamin) tablet with empty stomach in the morning? Kindly advise

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Take it twice a day after food. Morning and evening ...  Read More

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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Yaa it can give acneiform eruption sometimes ...  Read More

I am taking supplement of methylcobalamin (vit B12). Also taking ashwagandha . Shall I stop taking ashwagandha now?

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May I know the symptoms which will help me to tell u.. and also need to know are u diabetic ...  Read More

I have had a history of vitamin b12 deficiency from past 5 years. I had taken injections for my b12 deficiency before 2 years. I haven't got myself tested for b12 this time but purchased methylcobalamin 1500 mcg tablets from a pharmacy. Is it safe to take this tablet daily for 30 days? Will it be an overdose?

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Ya u can take. But better get ur investigation done ...  Read More

Should I take B12 empty stomach or after breakfast. Which is better for how many days iw will be good

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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

Hello. My current b12 levels are 270 pg/Ml A doctor has prescribed me sublingual methylcobalamin oral tablet of 1500 mcg for 2 months. I want a second opinion on precription. Please tell me if i can take the above supplement. Thank you.

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Hello. Your Vitamin B12 level of 270 pg/mL is in the 'low-normal' range, which can often cause symptoms like fatigue or numbness. The prescribed 1500 mcg sublingual Methylcobalamin is a standard and e ...  Read More

Hi. My queries are as follows; (1)I want to know ,if there is any role of Vit B12 in color formation in case of vitiligo? (2)Apart from Vit B12 what are others vitamins that play vital role in color formation in case of vitiligo?? (3) Pls share brand names of vit B12 tablets? (4) Is vit B12, cobalamin and Methylcobalamin same?

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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 am allergic to methylcobalamin and 7.5 weeks pregnant. My dr has not advised me to take folic acid tablet. Will my baby suffer from harm as I dont eat folic acid? What other food should i incorporate to make sure my baby is defect free and healthy

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unlikely to have any major problems to baby mam. ...  Read More

I'm a 25 year old male. I have got my b12 tested a year ago....it was 218 back then. I started amway nutri lite b12 supplements for 3 months. When I got b12 tested recently it has only gone to 230. What should I use to make it to at least 400. Kindly suggest some b12 Methylcobalamin which I can use with dosage and time. Thankyou

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Good evening Kindly contact personally through practo app ...  Read More

Just did a blood work on Oct qnd Vitamin D is low(18.1) ng/ml Vitamin B12, cyanocobalamin is 249 pg/ml( Borderline) One of the doc had advised for Neurobian Forte B12 tab( 3 weeks course already completed) and Uprise 60K once a week. (Ongoing) My question is , i have been reviewing multiple websites and Instagram reels confirming that Neurobion is

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1.your B12 is borderline low. Neurobion is not wrong but not the most effective. 2.Methylcobalamin injections are safe & effective-but only after your doctor approves. 3. Do not self-start injections ...  Read More

Hello doctor, I've been using cyanocobalamin based supplements for B12 deficiency but I was told to switch to methylcobalamin by a friend facing same issue, is it advisable to change prescription like that ? If yes what should be the frequency of medicine? As I take cyanocobalmin B12 everyday., Please guide

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Avoid fried and spicy food Water intake more Green leafy vegetables more Fiber meal Do connect and consult ...  Read More

My B12 is 216 pg/ML which is a borderline deficiency. Please recommend medicine for this deficiency. P.S - the recommended medicine must contain Methylcobalamin.

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Take tablet carbamide forte one daily with meal. Include more of fortified cereals, berries, raisins, sprouts, yeast based fermented foods, eggs, fish, Please share your reports, then I can guide you ...  Read More

What is the general medicine to take for B12 deficiency? Please let me know so that I can take the same.

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Cap. becosule OD months ...  Read More

Vitamin b12 gives numbness like needle pin in hands and legs is this anything to worry because I m on injection of b12?how much time it wil take to cover injection of b12

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Injection B12 is mostly given to recover the rapidly decreasing hemoglobin. Ideally 4-6 doses are enough to recover. Feel free to consult further, to opt for better management of the condition ...  Read More

My Vitamin b12 was low hence took b12 injection "b12 PFS 1500" for 3 weeks. Today when I checked b12 it is showing 1319. Hence what to do lower my b12 level. I am very much tensed on it. Please help me on this.

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I am having vitamin b12 deficiency. When I take tablets recommended by doctor I am getting gastric issues. Is it advised to take the tablets like Carbamide Forte Methylcobalamin 500mcg Tablet or 1500mcg tablet on daily basis that are available in Amazon and other otc stores ? If so what is the difference between the below tablet recommended by do

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Hi Good afternoon! Methalfa should be taken with food, since it can cause cause digestive issues gor some. Methalfa is a combination of methylcobalamine with alpha lipoic acid and other B vitamins. ...  Read More

Can prenatal tablets (trying to conceive) consisting of 1500mcg of methylcobalamin and vitamin B12 injections be taken together?

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Take ...  Read More

Hi team, My b12 level is 137, taking only vegetarian diet due to this not able to meet my b12 requirement, could you suggest any vegetarian b12 supplement which is easily available in market

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- [x] According to your query and sign and symptom you want to know about the cause and Treatment of disease as you have mentioned as above as - - [x] Please take consultation for better evaluation ...  Read More

Does bionova b12 tablet is good tablet to increase b12 levels? Please let me know if it is good tablet or not?

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

Can b12 medicine cause eye irritation. Whenever I start taking b12 medicine I feel eye irritation after 2 to 3 days . Is it because of b12 medicine

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May be due to medication Check whether medication has only B12 or combination of vitamins ...  Read More

Is chlorella powder good source of b12, I heard that it is good source of b12, however, I am not sure, please suggest if they are reliable source of b12 or not?

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Non veg food like chicken. Fish and shellfish such as trout, salmon, tuna fish, and clams. Fortified breakfast cereal. Low-fat milk, yogurt, and cheese. Eggs ...  Read More

Hi team, my b12 level is 137 Can I use chlorella powder to increase my b12 level? Is chlorella reliable source of b12?

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Please take proper vitamin b12 tablets to cure deficiency. Tab neurobion forte once a day for 30 days. Chlorella powder is widely used in iron deficiency, but there is no scientific study for it ...  Read More

Hi my age is 35 and my b12 level is 137 and hardcore vegetarian only takes milk, please let me know can I use Himalayan b12 tablet to increase my b12 level??

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It's normal for vegetarians to have B12 deficiency. Yes you can take supplements for that. ...  Read More

Insomnia after taking b12 medicine after dinner.....when is the correct time to take b12 medicine...medicine name for b12 is Nervijen plus

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no time defined for taking vitamin B12 ...  Read More

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