As a clinical pharmacy specialist, you will be asked, is it ever necessary to give vitamin B12 by injection?.. Only rarely . Many patients have trouble absorbing B12 from food due to reduced gastric acidity or lack of intrinsic factor. We used to think that these patients needed B12 by injection, but in many cases supplements can be given orally instead. About 1% …
قراءة المزيدBACKGROUND ㅡ Megaloblastic anemia is characterized by red blood cells (RBCs) that are larger than normal and caused by B12 or folic acid deficiency, drugs, or genetic disorders. In certain populations such as patients from India, B12 deficiency is higher (> 75%), probably due to the largely vegetarian diet. Patients with meglobastic anemia can have higher homocys…
قراءة المزيدOverview ㅡ Vitamin B12 ( cobalamin ) is necessary for a variety of critical functions within the human body (e.g., blood cell production, DNA synthesis, and neurologic function). Dietary sources of cobalamin are mainly found in animal products and fortified foods (e.g., Cereal). Vitamin B12 deficiency is a common problem, especially in the elderly. It is one of the …
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