I have been suffering from a slipped disc for the past four months. My blood report shows a deficiency in Vitamin B12 and D3. Could you please suggest which calcium supplement or medicines I should take for these deficiencies? Currently, I am taking Gemcal Plus.

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Dr Yusuf Mohammad

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8+ Yrs

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Gemcal Plus is fine. You may also take vitamin B12 supplements (1500 mcg daily) and vitamin D3 (60,000 IU weekly for 6 to 8 weeks). Consult your doctor before starting. Adequate rest for a slipped disc, as well as back support without strenuous work, will improve a slipped disc

Dr. Yusuf Suggests...

Take a VITAMIN B12 Test or Take a 25-HYDROXY VITAMIN D (D2+D3) Test

Book VITAMIN B12 Test Book 25-HYDROXY VITAMIN D (D2+D3) Test

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