In gastric cancer after gastrectomy (which removes the gastric parietal cells and, thus, the source of intrinsic factor needed for normal vitamin B12 absorption), supplementation with vitamin B12 can prevent the development of vitamin deficiency (17)
How often is a MIC-B12 injection given
Since IV infusions often combine B12 with complementary nutrients, the broader formulation can occasionally introduce sensitivities that a standalone B12 shot would not
Hydroxocobalamin : This form, typically used in injections, tends to have a longer half-life in body tissues
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