vitamin b12 injection generic name Cyanocobalamin (B12) / Products / American Regent Vitamin B-12 Injectable Solution |
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doi: 10.2174/1381612033455369

J Clin Invest 115, 11111119 (2005)

Some patients benefit from weekly or bi-weekly injections to restore low levels, while others may opt for monthly maintenance

Heres what we recommend for elderly patients: Start with 1000 mcg of vitamin B12 weekly for 4-6 weeks Then, give 1000 mcg every 1-3 months, depending on how theyre doing Keep an eye on their vitamin B12 levels, blood counts, and brain function A study in the Journal of Gerontology stressed the need for B12 in older adults