I'm dealing with hypothyroidism and I'm wondering if it's okay for me to get vitcofol injections for my B12. Is taking vitcofol safe for someone with a thyroid condition?

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Dr Chandra P

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Vitcofol injection is safe to take for B12 supplementation in patients with hypothyroidism. It is important to maintain adequate B12 levels, especially in patients with thyroid disorders. The usual dosage for Vitcofol injection is 1 ml intramuscularly once a day for 5-10 days, followed by a maintenance dose as prescribed by your healthcare provider.

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