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4 In asymptomatic patients with low-normal levels of vitamin B 12 (200 to 350 pg per mL [147.56 to 258.23 pmol per L]), elevated levels of the precursor compounds homocysteine and methylmalonic acid may prompt a decision to supplement patients with vitamin B 12

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Clean both vial tops with alcohol swabs before starting

To help bypass any barriers to absorption in the GI tract, many healthcare providers recommend B12 injections for deficiency, but research shows that very high doses of oral B12 (1,000 to 2,000 mcg once a day) can normalize serum B12 levels to a similar extent with minimal side effects

The likelihood of nerve damage increases with age, due to the higher prevalence of chronic disease in seniors