Overview

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 4 Researches
7.5
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 4 Reviews
8.4
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Lozenge
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Folate
167 mcg DFE(100 mcg folic acid)
42%
Vitamin B-12 (as Cyanocobalamin)
1 mg (1,000 mcg)
41,667%

Top Medical Research Studies

5
B12 and ALA assist nerve recovery
We explored the effects of Vitamin B12 and alpha lipoic acid (ALA) on nerve recovery in a rat model of sciatic nerve injury.

Through a rigorous study design involving 40 rats divided into different treatment groups, we assessed functional recovery using various analyses.

Interestingly, while both treatments yielded positive results, ALA showed greater functional improvements compared to B12.

Overall, B12 was effective in enhancing myelination and reducing edema, highlighting its unique benefits alongside ALA’s advantages.
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9
Vitamin B12 effective for back pain
We explored the effectiveness of intramuscular Vitamin B12 for treating low back pain, particularly in those with mechanical sciatica. In a well-structured study involving 60 participants, patients received either Vitamin B12 or a placebo, and we measured pain and disability levels.

By the end of the study, those receiving Vitamin B12 showed a significant decrease in both pain and disability compared to the placebo group. Moreover, they relied less on pain relief medication, indicating that B12 could be a beneficial option for addressing persistent back pain.
Read More
8
Dietary supplement boosts pain relief
We explored the impact of a novel dietary supplement on patients undergoing percutaneous laser disc decompression for lumbar disc herniation.

Patients were divided into two groups: one received just the laser treatment while the other added the supplement.

While both groups reported reduced pain levels post-surgery, the supplement group experienced slightly better outcomes.

Most patients using the supplement noted improved leg pain, with 66.5% reporting significant relief. However, it’s important to mention that the supplement's additional benefits weren’t groundbreaking compared to the laser treatment alone.
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Most Useful Reviews

10
Pain relief
1 people found this helpful
The quality is excellent, and the ingredients are suitable for the price. I suffered from sciatica for over two years, and my doctor recommended this vitamin. Thankfully, the pain has disappeared. I highly recommend it.
Read More
9
Effective relief
1 people found this helpful
I learned that vitamin B2 is effective for neuralgia, so I tried it and the pain from my sciatica vanished. I'm concerned about a relapse, so I take it daily, even though I'm feeling better now.
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7.5
Less frequent pain
My dad frequently suffers from sciatica, and vitamin B12 helps reduce its frequency. It also keeps him energised. This brand is one of the most effective vitamin B12 supplements he has tried.
Read More

Medical Researches

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 4 Researches
7.5
  • All Researches
9
Vitamin B12 effective for back pain
We explored the effectiveness of intramuscular Vitamin B12 for treating low back pain, particularly in those with mechanical sciatica. In a well-structured study involving 60 participants, patients received either Vitamin B12 or a placebo, and we measured pain and disability levels.

By the end of the study, those receiving Vitamin B12 showed a significant decrease in both pain and disability compared to the placebo group. Moreover, they relied less on pain relief medication, indicating that B12 could be a beneficial option for addressing persistent back pain.
Read More
8
Dietary supplement boosts pain relief
We explored the impact of a novel dietary supplement on patients undergoing percutaneous laser disc decompression for lumbar disc herniation.

Patients were divided into two groups: one received just the laser treatment while the other added the supplement.

While both groups reported reduced pain levels post-surgery, the supplement group experienced slightly better outcomes.

Most patients using the supplement noted improved leg pain, with 66.5% reporting significant relief. However, it’s important to mention that the supplement's additional benefits weren’t groundbreaking compared to the laser treatment alone.
Read More
8
Vitamin B12 aids post-surgery recovery
We evaluated the effectiveness of a unique “cocktail treatment,” containing ropivacaine, dexamethasone, and vitamin B12, after percutaneous endoscopic lumbar discectomy (PELD). In our retrospective study at Hong-Hui Hospital, we compared results from 100 patients—50 received the treatment while the other 50 did not.

The findings indicated that this cocktail significantly improved both back and leg pain relief, as well as enhanced functional recovery for those who received it. While promising, we acknowledge the study's single-center design and lack of randomization as limitations.
Read More
5
B12 and ALA assist nerve recovery
We explored the effects of Vitamin B12 and alpha lipoic acid (ALA) on nerve recovery in a rat model of sciatic nerve injury.

Through a rigorous study design involving 40 rats divided into different treatment groups, we assessed functional recovery using various analyses.

Interestingly, while both treatments yielded positive results, ALA showed greater functional improvements compared to B12.

Overall, B12 was effective in enhancing myelination and reducing edema, highlighting its unique benefits alongside ALA’s advantages.
Read More

User Reviews

USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 4 Reviews
8.4
  • All Reviews
  • Positive Reviews
  • Negative Reviews
10
Pain relief
1 people found this helpful
The quality is excellent, and the ingredients are suitable for the price. I suffered from sciatica for over two years, and my doctor recommended this vitamin. Thankfully, the pain has disappeared. I highly recommend it.
Read More
9
Effective relief
1 people found this helpful
I learned that vitamin B2 is effective for neuralgia, so I tried it and the pain from my sciatica vanished. I'm concerned about a relapse, so I take it daily, even though I'm feeling better now.
Read More
7.5
Less frequent pain
My dad frequently suffers from sciatica, and vitamin B12 helps reduce its frequency. It also keeps him energised. This brand is one of the most effective vitamin B12 supplements he has tried.
Read More
6
Increased energy
Taking NOW brand B12 sublingual helps with sciatica and the nerves. It has a mild flavour and dissolves quickly. I take it to alleviate my sciatica pain and it gives me more energy despite the discomfort.
Read More

Frequently Asked Questions

10
Pain relief
1 people found this helpful
The quality is excellent, and the ingredients are suitable for the price. I suffered from sciatica for over two years, and my doctor recommended this vitamin. Thankfully, the pain has disappeared. I highly recommend it.
9
Effective relief
1 people found this helpful
I learned that vitamin B2 is effective for neuralgia, so I tried it and the pain from my sciatica vanished. I'm concerned about a relapse, so I take it daily, even though I'm feeling better now.
7.5
Less frequent pain
My dad frequently suffers from sciatica, and vitamin B12 helps reduce its frequency. It also keeps him energised. This brand is one of the most effective vitamin B12 supplements he has tried.
6
Increased energy
Taking NOW brand B12 sublingual helps with sciatica and the nerves. It has a mild flavour and dissolves quickly. I take it to alleviate my sciatica pain and it gives me more energy despite the discomfort.
9
Vitamin B12 effective for back pain
We explored the effectiveness of intramuscular Vitamin B12 for treating low back pain, particularly in those with mechanical sciatica. In a well-structured study involving 60 participants, patients received either Vitamin B12 or a placebo, and we measured pain and disability levels.

By the end of the study, those receiving Vitamin B12 showed a significant decrease in both pain and disability compared to the placebo group. Moreover, they relied less on pain relief medication, indicating that B12 could be a beneficial option for addressing persistent back pain.
5
B12 and ALA assist nerve recovery
We explored the effects of Vitamin B12 and alpha lipoic acid (ALA) on nerve recovery in a rat model of sciatic nerve injury.

Through a rigorous study design involving 40 rats divided into different treatment groups, we assessed functional recovery using various analyses.

Interestingly, while both treatments yielded positive results, ALA showed greater functional improvements compared to B12.

Overall, B12 was effective in enhancing myelination and reducing edema, highlighting its unique benefits alongside ALA’s advantages.

References

  1. Gazzeri R, Leoni MLG, Occhigrossi F. Efficacy of Percutaneous Laser Disc Decompression (PLDD) Combined with an Oral Food Supplement for Lumbar Disc Herniation. J Clin Med. 2024;13. doi:10.3390/jcm13175049
  2. Yang JS, Liu KX, Chu L, Chan YK, Fan H, et al. Cocktail Treatment with a Gelatin Sponge Impregnated with Ropivacaine, Dexamethasone, and Vitamin B12 Promotes Early Postoperative Recovery after Percutaneous Endoscopic Lumbar Discectomy: A Retrospective, Case-Controlled Study. Pain Physician. 2020;23:E211.
  3. Horasanli B, Hasturk AE, Arikan M, Togral G, Helvacioglu F, et al. Comparative evaluation of the electrophysiological, functional and ultrastructural effects of alpha lipoic acid and cyanocobalamin administration in a rat model of sciatic nerve injury. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil. 2017;30:967. doi:10.3233/BMR-150386
  4. Mauro GL, Martorana U, Cataldo P, Brancato G, Letizia G. Vitamin B12 in low back pain: a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled study. Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci. 2000;4:53.
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