Too Much B12?
I've been accidentally taking a double dose of B12 (I bought lozenges that are 1000 mcg instead of 500 mcg). Do you think it's a big deal, or will I just pee out the excess?
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When did you have surgery? We seem to absorb B12 at different rates. After 4 years, I take 2500 mcg three times a week to maintain my B12 level. Others take more, others take less.
Laura in Texas
53 years old; 5'7" tall; HW: 339 (BMI=53); GW: 140 CW: 170 (BMI=27)
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I think it depends on your labs. I take 2500mcgs a day just to maintain my levels
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It's not a problem. You'll pee out any extra, but many people need more than 500 mcg a day to maintain a good level, anyway.
Kelly
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Ha! Now that you mention it....
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