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Janumet’s metformin component may reduce serum vitamin B12 levels, with greater risk at higher doses, longer treatment duration or with existing risk factors; levels should be monitored if deficiency is suspected, and periodic monitoring may be necessary in patients with risk factors.
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- Janumet 50 mg/1000 mg film-coated tabletsMerck Sharp & Dohme (UK) Limited · emc · SmPC §4.4 Special warnings and precautions for use · Version 26Document updated
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