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The only differences between generics and their brand-name counterparts is that generics are less expensive and may look slightly different (eg. different shape or color), as trademarks laws prevent a generic from looking exactly like the brand-name drug.
Generics are less expensive because generic manufacturers don't have to invest large sums of money to develop a drug. When the brand-name patent expires, generic companies can manufacture a copy of the brand-name and sell it at a substantial discount.
VITAMIN B-12 Nature Made
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Description
Vitamin B12, also known as cyanocobalamin, is an important vitamin that is used to treat vitamin B12 deficiency and pernicious anemia. Vitamin B12 supplements come in tablets, gummies, sublingual lozenges, a nasal spray, and an injectable solution.
The tablets, gummies, and sublingual lozenges are available over the counter while the nasal spray and injectable solution are only available with a valid prescription.
Nature Made® is a well-known vitamin and supplement brand that manufactures vitamin B12.
Fact Table
Formula
C63H88CoN14O14P
License
US DailyMed
Bioavailability
Readily absorbed in distal half of the ileum
Legal status
OTC
Chemical Name
cobalamin
Elimination half-life
Approximately 6 days (400 days in the liver)
Dosage (Strength)
1000mcg
Pregnancy
Safe
Brands
Nature Made
Protein binding
Very high
PubChem CID
5994
MedlinePlus
a605007
ChEBI
176843
ATC code
B03BA01
DrugBank
DB00115
KEGG
D00166
Routes of administration
By Mouth
Directions
Before you begin taking vitamin B12 supplements, talk to your doctor. Your doctor may want to check your vitamin B12 levels and can suggest the right dose for you.
Nature Made vitamin B12 comes in 500 mcg, 1000 mcg, 2500 mcg, 3000 mcg, and 5000 mcg strengths.
Ingredients
Cyanocobalamin is the active ingredient in vitamin B12.
Contraindications
Do not take vitamin B12 supplements if you are allergic to the product or to cobalt.
Cautions
- Before you begin taking vitamin B12, talk to your doctor about:
- All the medications you take, including other vitamins and supplements
- Your allergies
- Your health problems and past medical history
- Your pregnancy or breastfeeding status
- Too much vitamin B12 may cause low potassium levels and sudden death in patients with vitamin B12-deficient megaloblastic anemia.
- High platelet levels can occur with treatment of severe vitamin B12 megaloblastic anemia.
- Oral and nasal vitamin B12 should not be used to treat pernicious anemia until symptoms have resolved.
- Patients with Leber's optic atrophy should avoid products that contain cyanocobalamin; alternative therapy should be considered. Patients should talk to their doctor about treatment options.
Side Effects
Joint pain, dizziness, headache, and nasopharyngitis are some of the most common side effects caused by vitamin B12. If you have side effects that become bothersome or won’t go away, immediately call your doctor.
You can buy Nature Made vitamin B12 online at a competitive price at Canada Pharmacy.
References:
- Cyanocobalamin. Medscape.
- Nature Made B12.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.Product Code : 140
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