Question 1

can you take b12 and iron pills together?

Accepted Answer

Yes: No problem taking B12 and iron together, in fact many supplements for anemia combine these. Adding vitamin c (500-1000 mg) will significantly increase iron aborption.

Question 2

is it good to take iron & b12 together?

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You're fine: Go right ahead. Your physician should know about your supplement use; i trust you have a reason to be taking both.  Especially, today's vegetarian diets are healthy but it's wise to supplement with both of these nutrients.

Question 3

can you take b12 pills and iron pills together?

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Yes: But the question is why would a young healthy person need to. First identify if there is a deficiency, rather than supplements for supplements sake.

Question 4

mcv level 78.3 mch level 25.1 can i take iron pills and b12 together? if so will twice a day be fine?

Accepted Answer

Yes to both: It would be better to take iron with food to avoid stomach irritation. It does not matter for B12. You may wish to substitute a multivitamin for B12 once a day. For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
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Question 5

can you take vitamin b12 and vitamin c together with iron?

Accepted Answer

Yes: In fact after a long period of Vitamin  B12 injections in pernicious anemia, iron level goes down so iron is needed . Vitamin C  actually increases iron absorption.

Question 6

is it safe to take a iron supplement and b12 vitamins together?

Accepted Answer

Why?: Both are unnecessary unless your doctor advises them. If so, they are safe to take together.

Question 7

when is the best time to take b12 and iron.

Accepted Answer

Iron is best: Absorbed in an empty acid stomach. Doesn't matter as much for b12.

Question 8

can iron and b12 be taken together?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, you can take iron and B12 together.

Question 9

is it possible for you to take b12 sublingual at the same time as iron?

Accepted Answer

Shouldn't: Be an issue. That is, it should work just fine and not cause problems between the two needs.

Question 10

am  i  able  to  take  vita  b12  and  iron  same  time  on  a  empty  stomach?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but...: Iron can be irritating to the gut, may tolerate it better with food.

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