Studies show that taking 125250 micrograms of vitamin B12 is effective for maintaining proper B12 levels for older adults
Monitor aluminum levels in at risk patients (5.1) Allergic Reactions: to thiamine may occur (5.2) Hypervitaminosis A: Patients with renal failure or liver disease may be at higher risk (5.3) Decreased Anticoagulant Effect of Warfarin: Periodically monitor prothrombin time (5.4) Interferes with Megaloblastic Anemia Diagnosis: Avoid use during testing for this disorder (5.5) Risk of Vitamin Deficiencies or Excesses: Monitor blood vitamin concentrations (5.6) False Negative Urine Glucose Tests: May occur due to vitamin C (5.7) Risk of Vitamin E Toxicity: Additional oral and parenteral vitamin E may result in elevated vitamin E blood concentrations in infants (5.8) Low Vitamin A Levels: Monitor vitamin A levels (5.9) Risk of E- Ferol Syndrome: due to polysorbates (5.10) Adverse Reactions/Side Effects Adverse reactions have included anaphylaxis, rash, erythema, pruritus, headache, dizziness, agitation, anxiety, diplopia, urticaria, shortness of breath, wheezing and angioedema (6) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Hospira, Inc
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More serious reactions, such as anaphylaxis or hypokalaemia in those with certain conditions, are rare but not impossible
Your practitioner will advise the most appropriate protocol based on your clinical history, symptoms and blood results
