Metformin-related vitamin B12 deficiency.
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چکیده
Metformin is an invaluable hypoglycaemic agent. We report two cases who had symptomatic vitamin B12 deficiency related to metformin use; the mechanisms are discussed. The clinician must be aware of the possibility of metformin-associated B12 deficiency in users who suffer cognitive impairment, peripheral neuropathy, subacute combined degeneration of the cord or anaemia.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Age and ageing
دوره 35 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2006