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B12 inj(500mcg) for a week, does it increase clotting time,bleeding time?does it affect prothrombin time & inr? what supplements needed on b12 therapy

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Dr. Rex Mahnensmith answered

B12: B12 itself will not influence clotting or bleeding. However, as anemia corrects, blood clotting improves. Platelet count can raise as B12 improves marrow. Take folic acid, other B vitamins, and get potassium from food.

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Answered 8/24/2014

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A member asked:

B12 inj(500mcg) for a week, does it increase clotting time,bleeding time?does it affect prothrombin time & inr? what supplements needed on b12 therapy

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rex Mahnensmith answered

Dr Fried agreed

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