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Recommended vitamin B12 supplements for maintaining already normal B12 levels in pregnant and lactating women, infants, and children.
| Daily Single Dose | Daily Multiple Dose | Weekly Dose | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pregnant and lactating women | 50 μg 1 | 2 μg × 3 | 1000 μg × 2 |
| Children aged 6 months to 3 years | 5 μg | 1 μg × 2 | - |
| Children aged 4 to 10 years | 25 μg | 2 μg × 2 | - |
| Children aged 11 years and above | 50 μg | 2 μg × 3 | 1000 μg × 2 |
1 during pregnancy, taking this dose in two separate halves can increase B12 bioavailability.
