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Vitamin b12 overdose
An overdose occurs when an excessive / dangerous dose of a drug / substance is used. Toxicity would be unlikely with Vitamin B12. Adverse effects from Vit B 12 injections may include: "diarrhea, nausea, headaches, & joint pain" REF: http://www.vitamins-and-health-facts.com/vitamin-b12-cobalamin-facts-benefits-overdose-deficiency-symptoms.html
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