When combined with other vitamins, it strengthens the immune system, improves the metabolism of the body, and is vital for the nervous system
The daily value is the percentage of the recommended dietary allowance
Dosage Schedule: The treatment usually starts with an intensive phase (e.g., daily or every other day) to replenish stores, followed by a less frequent maintenance phase (e.g., once a month or once every few months)
** Individuals treated with parenteral vitamin B 12 can be taught to self-administer the injections, often with good results, minimal to no pain, and lower costs than office-based injection. 27 Folate treatment Refer to Table 6: Treatment of folate deficiency below for folate deficiency treatment options and the SOGC Guideline No
There are 4 different forms of B12
It plays a role in metabolism of amino acids and is a necessary co-factor in the folate cycle, lack of which can lead to anemia