B12 Tips from Pharmacists

• Your doctor may order frequent medical tests while you are on B12. These laboratory tests will allow your healthcare professional to check whether you are responding to B12 treatment and monitor for side effects. Keep all your lab appointments during treatment.

• If you have a condition that prevents normal intestinal absorption of B12 from food, you may need to take B12 injections lifelong. Continue taking the medication prescribed even if you feel well. Stopping treatment could make your anemia come back and cause permanent nerve damage.