The actual B12 remains in your system longer, but active levels gradually decline as your body utilises it
Delaying treatment to await cheaper options may extend years of metabolic risk, missed cardiovascular benefits, and continued weight-related complications
First Escalation (Weeks 5-8): 4 mg At week 5, the dose doubles to 4 mg once weekly
[6] [7] During the initial weeks of treatment , particularly when titrating the dose upwards, patients should be counselled about maintaining adequate hydration, especially if experiencing gastrointestinal side effects
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The cornerstone of management involves both pharmacological strategies and practical lifestyle modifications that work synergistically to minimise gastrointestinal disturbance