Can I take Folic acid and Vitamin B12 together?

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Both folic acid and vitamin B12 are needed to make red blood cells. If you are low in B12, folic acid can 'bypass' the blockage in blood cell production, making your blood tests look normal. However, folic acid cannot fix the damage to the nervous system caused by low B12, which can lead to permanent nerve damage if the B12 deficiency isn't found and treated.

Before starting a folic acid supplement, it is important to ensure your vitamin B12 levels are normal. If you are taking folic acid, your doctor should monitor your B12 levels regularly. If you experience numbness, tingling, or weakness in your hands or feet, speak to your doctor immediately.

Carenza di vitamina B12 (Anemia Perniciosa)

L'acido folico può mascherare i sintomi della carenza di vitamina B12. Se hai una carenza di B12, assumere solo acido folico può permettere il progresso di danni nervosi gravi anche se il tuo conteggio sanguigno sembra normale. Il tuo medico deve assicurarsi che i livelli di B12 siano controllati prima o durante il trattamento.

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It is best to avoid or strictly limit alcohol when taking these vitamins. Alcohol interferes with the body's ability to absorb and store both folic acid and vitamin B12, which can make your treatment less effective. Chronic alcohol use is a common cause of these vitamin deficiencies.

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Avvertenza

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