apollo
logo
0
  1. Home
  2. OTC
  3. Apollo Life Vitamin B-12, 30 Tablets
  4. Health Queries for Apollo Life Vitamin B-12, 30 Tablets
  5. I have back pain; which Vitamin B12 medicine should I take?

Have a query?

I have back pain; which Vitamin B12 medicine should I take?

Asked by Female, 45 · 9 days ago

Vitamin B12, specifically the active form Methylcobalamin, can help relieve back pain if it is caused by nerve damage (like sciatica) or a B12 deficiency, as it aids in nerve repair. However, it is not a general painkiller for muscular or structural back pain. I highly recommend consulting a doctor to get your B12 levels tested first. If a deficiency or nerve-related pain is diagnosed, your doctor may prescribe Methylcobalamin (typically 1500 mcg daily) or B-complex supplements. For muscular back pain, physical therapy or temporary pain relievers are usually more effective.
user icon

Ask Apollo

AI powered Health Chatbot

I have back pain; which Vitamin B12 medicine should I take?

Answered 9 days ago

Related Questions