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Vitamin B12 Pharmacology
FromReal Life Pharmacology - Pharmacology Education for Health Care Professionals
Vitamin B12 Pharmacology
FromReal Life Pharmacology - Pharmacology Education for Health Care Professionals
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Length:
14 minutes
Released:
Apr 29, 2021
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Podcast episode
Description
On this episode, I cover clinical tips and practice pearls surrounding vitamin B12 pharmacology.
Vitamin B12 deficiency plays a critical role in the development of macrocytic anemia.
There are medications that you have to be aware that can deplete vitamin B12. Metformin, colchicine, and PPIs are some common examples.
A lack of intrinsic factor can lead to B12 deficiency. Intrinsic factor is necessary for adequate GI absorption of vitamin B12.
Vitamin B12 deficiency plays a critical role in the development of macrocytic anemia.
There are medications that you have to be aware that can deplete vitamin B12. Metformin, colchicine, and PPIs are some common examples.
A lack of intrinsic factor can lead to B12 deficiency. Intrinsic factor is necessary for adequate GI absorption of vitamin B12.
Released:
Apr 29, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
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