Journal of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
Oral Cyanocobalamin Treatment in Infants Under 1 Year With Nutritional Vitamin B12 Deficiency: A Retrospective Comparison of 500 and 1000 µg Dose Regimens
Background: Vitamin B12 deficiency is a significant health problem in infancy, particularly in developing countries. Oral treatment has emerged as an alternative to intramuscular therapy, but optimal dosing in infants remains unclear. Methods: This retrospective study included 93 infants aged 1 to 12 months diagnosed with nutritional vitamin B12 deficiency. Patients received either 500 or 1000 µg oral cyanocobalamin. Laboratory parameters were evaluated at baseline, 2 months, and 4 months. Results: Both treatment g …