Question 1

Can proton pump inhibitors cause vitamin B12 deficiency?

Accepted Answer

When proton pump inhibitors are taken for more than two years, it has been associated with depletion of  vitamin B12.

Question 2

How can you tell if you are B12 deficient?

Accepted Answer

One can suspect of having vitamin B 12 deficiency if you are constantly feeling lethargic and having nausea along with stomach upset.

Question 3

Why is vitamin B12 so dangerous?

Accepted Answer

It is not very dangerous, however, excess amounts of vitmain B12 can cause headaches and nausea.

Question 4

How to increase B12?

Accepted Answer

You are recommended to check with a doctor. You can either take cynocobalmin tablets or hydroxocobalamin injections to boost your vitamin B12 levels. In addition take a protein rich diet comprising of dairy, poultry and meat to increase your B12 naturally.

Question 5

What does a very high level of vitamin B12 indicate?

Accepted Answer

High levels of serum cobalmin may be a sign of a serious, even life-threatening, disease. Hematologic disorders like chronic myelogeneous leukemia, promyelocytic leukemia, polycythemia vera and also the hypereosinophilic syndrome can result in elevated levels of cobalamin. You are recommended to check with a doctor.

Question 6

Does anyone have a vitamin B12 deficiency?

Accepted Answer

Yes, vegetarians and vegans are at a risk of vitamin B12 deficiency. Additionally, it has been reported that 1.5 to 15% people globally have vitamin B12 deficiency.

Can proton pump inhibitors cause vitamin B12 deficiency?

Can proton pump inhibitors cause vitamin B12 deficiency?

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