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People taking high-dose B12 supplements (1,000 to 5,000 mcg daily), receiving B12 injections (cyanocobalamin or methylcobalamin), or consuming heavily fortified foods can easily push their serum levels above 900 pg/mL

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Keep it separate from food, and note the date you first opened any multi-dose vial

This ensures the B12 remains in the muscle for steady release rather than being dispersed too quickly