In such cases, Vitamin B12 injections can be an effective way to boost levels quickly and efficiently
For severe deficiency, clinicians typically prescribe loading doses daily or every other day for one to two weeks followed by monthly maintenance injections
FOLIC ACID and VITAMIN B12 act in synergy in the formation of DNA and deficiencies can have very serious consequences, both in performance horses with a high tissue turnover rate and also in pregnancy and growth of young foals
Vegetarians and vegans may have low dietary intake since B12 comes almost entirely from animal products
They are found in foods such as meats, fish, and soybeans
Taking a proton pump inhibitor or other medications that reduce stomach acid for reflux or ulcers, as well as taking metformin for diabetes, can reduce absorption of B12 in food or supplements