Hydroxocobalamin: Difference between revisions
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Side effects are generally few. | Side effects are generally few. They may include [[diarrhea]], [[Nausea|feeling sick]], hot flushes, itchiness, [[low blood potassium]], [[allergic reactions]], and [[high blood pressure]]. Normal doses are considered safe in [[pregnancy]]. No overdosage or toxicity has been reported with this drug. Hydroxocobalamin is the natural form of [[vitamin B12|vitamin B<sub>12</sub>]] and a member of the [[cobalamin]] family of compounds. It is found in both raw and cooked beef, together with other cobalamins.Hydroxocobalamin, or another form of vitamin B<sub>12</sub>, are required for the body to make [[DNA]]. | ||
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