B-12 overview
BRAND NAMES:
Vitamist B12-500, B-12-SL, Mason Natural B-12, Nature's Blend B12, Sundown Naturals B12, Twelve Resin-K, Vitamist B12-500, Optimum Vitamin B-12, PharmAssure Vitamin B-12, Sundown Naturals B12, Twelve Resin-K, Vitamin B12 AvPak, Vitamist B12-500
Generic Names:
Vitamin B-12
Uses:
Supplies your body with vitamin B12. You might need a vitamin B12 supplement if your body has trouble using the vitamin B12 in the food you eat. You also might need vitamin B12 if you are a vegetarian, if you have had part of your stomach removed, or for other reasons. Prevents pernicious anemia, a blood problem caused by a lack of vitamin B12. Cyanocobalamin is another name for vitamin B12.
Therapeutic Classes:
Nutritive Agent, Vitamin B Combination
Forms:
Capsule, Tablet, Long Acting Tablet, Lozenge, Dissolving Tablet, Liquid, Spray
How it’s taken:
By mouth
What is B-12 used for?
What form(s) does B-12 come in
Capsule
Tablet
Long Acting Tablet
Lozenge
Dissolving Tablet
Liquid
Spray
What are common B-12 doses?
Bottle 30 Tablets Sublingual
Bottle 40 Tablets Sublingual
Bottle 100 Tablets
Bottle 90 Tablets
Bottle 110 Tablets
Bottle 50 Tablets
Bottle 50 Lozenge
Bottle 90 Capsules
Bottle 100 Tablets Sublingual
Bottle 110 Tablets Extended Release
Bottle 150 Tablets Disintegrating
Bottle 160 Tablets Extended Release
Bottle 200 Tablets Sublingual
Bottle 60 Tablets
Bottle 75 Tablets Sublingual
Bottle 110 Tablets Sublingual
Bottle 40 Lozenge
Bottle 60 Tablets Sublingual
Bottle 60 Capsules
Common B-12 prescriptions
B-12
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100 tablets sublingual bottleB-12
110 tablets extended release bottleB-12
110 tablets sublingual bottleB-12
130 tablets bottleB-12
50 tablets bottleB-12
60 tablets bottleB-12
60 tablets sublingual bottleB-12
75 tablets sublingual bottleB-12
1 kit box
How to take B-12
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Oral routeCarefully follow your doctor's instructions about any special diet.
Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.
Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup. You might need to shake the liquid just before you use it. You may mix the oral liquid in some juice if you prefer.
Place the lozenge in your mouth or under your tongue and let it melt. Some brands of lozenges can also be swallowed. You might need to hold the medicine in your mouth for 30 seconds before you swallow it. Follow the directions on the medicine label.
Place the sublingual tablet under your tongue and let it melt. Some brands can also be swallowed. You might need to hold the medicine in your mouth for at least 30 seconds before you swallow. Follow the directions on the medicine label.
Spray the mouth spray on the inside of your cheek. Hold the medicine in your mouth for about 30 sections, then swallow.
Swallow the extended-release tablet whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.
Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup. You might need to shake the liquid just before you use it. You may mix the oral liquid in some juice if you prefer.
Spray the mouth spray on the inside of your cheek. Hold the medicine in your mouth for about 30 sections, then swallow.
Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.
Place the sublingual tablet under your tongue and let it melt. Some brands can also be swallowed. You might need to hold the medicine in your mouth for at least 30 seconds before you swallow. Follow the directions on the medicine label.
Oral routeCarefully follow your doctor's instructions about any special diet.
Place the lozenge in your mouth or under your tongue and let it melt. Some brands of lozenges can also be swallowed. You might need to hold the medicine in your mouth for 30 seconds before you swallow it. Follow the directions on the medicine label.
Swallow the extended-release tablet whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
What to do if you miss a dose of B-12
Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
B-12 contraindications
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin), hydroxycobalamin, or cobalt (a metal).
B-12 warnings
Your doctor might need to check your blood at regular visits while you are using this medicine. Be sure to keep all appointments.
Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breast feeding, or if you have liver disease, kidney disease, or Leber€™s disease (an eye disease). Tell your doctor if you have low levels of iron in your blood.
B-12 interactions
Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using folic acid (folate) supplements.
Your doctor might need to check your blood at regular visits while you are using this medicine. Be sure to keep all appointments.
B-12 side effects
Serious Side Effects
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Mild skin itching.
Less Serious Side Effects
Mild skin itching.
Diarrhea.
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