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The combination is most useful for patients with one or more of the following: BMI of 30 or higher , or BMI 27 with at least one weight-related condition such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, or sleep apnea History of fatigue, low mood, or brain fog on previous diets or weight loss attempts Metformin use for type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetes (chronic metformin reduces B12) Long-term proton pump inhibitor use such as omeprazole, pantoprazole, or lansoprazole Vegetarian or vegan diet with limited animal protein intake Adults over 50 , where B12 absorption naturally declines Active strength training or higher physical demands while on a calorie deficit Patients who dont fit any of these profiles can still take semaglutide alone, then add B12 if symptoms suggest it
Additionally, some MELAS patients experience loss of fixation sensitivity (FOS), an EEG phenomenon in which epileptic discharges are triggered by loss of central vision or gaze, characterized by idiopathic or generalized epileptic discharges following eye closure for more than 3 s (30)
Whilst Vitamin B12 injections are safe for most people, there are a few exceptions
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