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A member asked:

I had vitamin b12 deficiency.the levels are fone now 450pg/ml.i eat 1500 mcg/day.how long can i continue ?

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No harm in taking: You may keep taking it. It will not do any harm. If cost is a consideration, you may take it every other day to twice a week.

Answered 10/12/2018

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