- Male
- 53 Years
- 08/09/2025
My fathers blood report shows deficiency of B12 (102 pg/mL). Please recommend suitable medicine for the same?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Dr Bhanu Prakash
General Practitioner
- MBBS
- AFIH
- Advanced certificate in critical care medicine
- Fellowship in critical care medicine
- 10+ Yrs
A B12 level of 102 pg/ml is definitely low. Start Methylcobalamin supplements (like 1500 mcg/day). Also include foods like eggs, dairy, and fortified cereals. If severe, a B12 injection (1000 mcg IM weekly) may be advised by your physician.
Dr. Bhanu Suggests...
Take a Vitamin B12 Test Test
Answered 08/09/2025
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