kreynolds
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Hey Everyone:
My doctor recently wrote me a script for IM
Methylcobalamin and our pharmacy along
with the other 15 in the area either say they
dont have it and cant get it or "it doesnt
exist"...
Does anyone have any ideas on where we could try
and get this?
Thanks Roy & Katie
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TerryK
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You need a compounding pharmacy. Most doctors who prescribe this type of medication have one they can recommend. If not, look in your phone book or ask your pharmacy. You can also find them on-line.
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Pinelady
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I use it. I get it at wal mart.
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TerryK
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Wow, didn't know walmart is a compounding pharmacy.
Best to call around and get prices since they can vary greatly between compounding pharmacies. Perhaps walmart has a good price?
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Compounding pharmacies?? That makes no sense I got mine both at CVS and Rite Aid pharmacy. If a pharmacy doesn't have it they will order it. I also have B1 IM which they had to order. More expensive then B12 but good for sore muscles.
B12 is dirt cheap at Rite Aid or CVS.
KA
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Abxnomore
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It does not require a compounding pharmacy.
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WildCondor
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Walmart and compounding? Since when?
You need a compounding pharmacy for the injections, here one of the ones with the best prices and it comes with pre-filled syringes and needles, it must be kept in the fridge.
kreynolds
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Abxnomore:
I agree with u...
Cynocobalamin is what CVS Rite Aid and Walmart
along with all pharmacies have. They have no
clue what Methylcobalamin is.
That is where the issue came in. We didnt know
we needed a compounding pharmacy for it.
From what I heard the Methylcobalamin is very
expensive.
Thanks for the link!!!!!!
WildCondor: Thanks for the reply and link!!!!!!
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Pinelady
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Cynocobalamin is what I use. It works great for me. Good luck on finding the other form.
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bettyg
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i used abx's link for national compounding labs, and where i got mine in iowa is NOT listed; he's still in business and doing it.
so they are NOT all listed here, but majority of them are ....
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WildCondor
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The price of methylcobalamin varies greatly too. I have seen anywhere from $75 for a months supply up to $380. Make sure you call around and ask for prices before you get ripped off. Cyanocobalamin you can get at any pharmacy like walmart, cvs, by prescription. Methyl B12 does have to be compounded.
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but i found the explaination to be understandable for those who want more information
don't print it - it is over 40 pages
best of luck - hope this will help
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