Orthopedics Information Center
Vitamin supplementation is popular among US adults; however, both insufficient and excess intakes of a nutrient may be harmful and lead to unexpected adverse effects. Results from a study of female registered nurses demonstrated that excessive intake of vitamins B6 and B12 was associated with an increased risk for hip fracture, according to JAMA Network…
Clinical Features, Type 2 Diabetes Information Center
With the direct correlation between metformin use and vitamin B12 deficiency established, implementation of guidelines for B12 screening should be considered.
Drug Monograph
Zinc oxide 10%, mineral oil, propylene glycol dioctanoate, etc.
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Hematology/Oncology Information Center
Vitamin B supplements are not chemopreventive and may increase cancer risk in men.
Consultations
Should testing for vitamin B12 deficiency be part of a standard geriatric workup?
Consultations
A clinician notices that many of her patients with low vitamin B12 levels also have irritable bowel syndrome.
Consultations
How much B12 supplement is adequate for patients on metformin?
Alternative Meds Update
Vitamin B12, also called cobalamin, is a water-soluble vitamin that is involved in the metabolism of every cell of the body and plays a key role in the normal functioning of the brain and nervous system and the formation of blood.
Consultations
B12 levels rose sharply in a previously deficient elderly patient. Is this cause for concern?
Evidence-Based Medicine
B vitamin formulations with high doses of folate have been used to reduce homocysteine levels.
