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GP gave me prescription of B12 despite range at > 2000!

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I was expecting a conversation to be had after recent blood tests (even the nurse rolled her eyes at having my B12 tested) and yet yesterday I received a prescription for 10 ampoules! However on the downside, they are short dated and the pharmacy did not have any long dated ones. I have also panicked and bought a supply from Germany, I am now swimming in B12 ...

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The pharmacist I use gives me an I O U if no long dates on the b12.They should work out how long you need it to last.

Shorter dates are bought in by the NHS as cheaper and in a clinical setting used up quickly so not a problem.

Glad you are 'swimming ' in B12 .

Only way to recovery !

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Oh, thanks I didn't think about an I O U! I may even return and ask.

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Yes do if expiry date noy long enough for duration of prescription. I check every time now and only accept what I can use in time.

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