Solgar Methylcobalamin Vitamin B-12 is a dietary supplement in sublingual tablets with cherry flavor. Each tablet provides 1000mcg of vitamin B12 in methylcobalamin form, a quantity corresponding to 40000% of the EU Reference Nutritional Values. The package contains 30 tablets, which is one month's supply.
It is aimed at adults who want a high dose of B12 without swallowing a capsule. The tablet dissolves under the tongue or between the cheek and gum, making it a practical option for those who have difficulty swallowing, for those who follow a vegan or strict vegetarian diet, and for those who prefer the active form of the vitamin instead of cyanocobalamin.
Vitamin B12 is the largest and most complex vitamin molecule, with a cobalt atom in its core. In nature and in supplements, it appears in various forms, differing in the group attached to this cobalt. In methylcobalamin, this group is a methyl group, and it is one of the two forms that the body uses directly in cells. Cyanocobalamin, the most common synthetic form, first requires an endogenous conversion.
Absorption of B12 from food is one of the most demanding processes of the digestive system, because it requires gastric acid, a protein called intrinsic factor, and special receptors in the terminal ileum. The sublingual form bypasses the stomach and utilizes the mucosa of the mouth, which is richly vascularized. This is why Solgar chose a tablet that dissolves in the mouth instead of a classic tablet.
According to the product presentation by Solgar itself, the formulation provides 1000mcg of methylcobalamin in a bioavailable form. The company highlights the following:
The above statements are attributed to the manufacturer. The functional claims of vitamin B12 are approved under Regulation (EC) 1924/2006 and are listed below in their approved form.
With 1000mcg per tablet, the dose far exceeds the limit of 15% of the Reference Nutritional Values, so the product qualifies for all approved claims of the vitamin:
It suits vegans and strict vegetarians, as B12 is found naturally almost exclusively in animal foods and dietary coverage without supplementation is difficult. It suits older adults, in whom gastric acid secretion often decreases. It suits those who have difficulty swallowing tablets and capsules. It also suits those who specifically want active methylcobalamin rather than cyanocobalamin.
The product is a dietary supplement and does not replace a medical diagnosis or treatment. Diagnosed B12 deficiency or anemia requires laboratory testing and doctor monitoring, and in some cases a different route of administration.
Main ingredients per tablet: Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) 1000mcg, corresponding to 40000% of the Reference Nutritional Values.
Other ingredients: Bulking agent (mannitol), anti-caking agents (magnesium stearate vegetable, vegetable stearic acid, silicon dioxide), stabilizer (cellulose gum with cross-linked), natural cherry flavor and other natural flavors.
Free of: sugar, starch, yeast, soy, dairy, preservatives, artificial flavors or colors. Suitable for vegans.
Form: sublingual tablets with cherry flavor
Recommended dosage: One sublingual tablet daily, preferably with a meal. Place the tablet between the cheek and gum or under the tongue and let it dissolve on its own.
With one tablet per day, the 30-tablet package covers one month. Do not exceed the recommended daily dosage. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet. Mannitol in excessive consumption may have a laxative effect.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking medication, or have a health condition, consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, away from children.
You do not swallow it. You place it under the tongue or between the cheek and gum and let it dissolve on its own.
B12 absorption is limited and depends on many factors, so high-dose formulations are common. The vitamin is water-soluble and the excess is excreted.
Methylcobalamin is already in a form that cells use, while cyanocobalamin first needs conversion within the body.
Natural cherry flavor, without sugar and without artificial flavors.
Yes. The product is declared vegan and contains no dairy, soy, yeast or starch.
At a dose of one tablet per day, the 30 tablets last for 30 days.
Yes, the two are often combined, as both contribute to the normal metabolism of homocysteine.
Here the form is the active methylcobalamin in a cherry-flavored sublingual tablet, with a monthly package. The large box of 100 tablets is a long-term option for those who already know they need it daily.
* Health claims approved under Regulation (EC) 1924/2006. The product is not intended for the prevention, treatment or diagnosis of a human disease.
Main ingredients per tablet: Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) 1000mcg, corresponding to 40000% of the Reference Nutritional Values.
Other ingredients: Bulking agent (mannitol), anti-caking agents (magnesium stearate vegetable, vegetable stearic acid, silicon dioxide), stabilizer (cellulose gum with cross-linked), natural cherry flavor and other natural flavors.
Free of: sugar, starch, yeast, soy, dairy, preservatives, artificial flavors or colors. Suitable for vegans.
Form: sublingual tablets with cherry flavor
Recommended dosage: One sublingual tablet per day, preferably with a meal. Place the tablet between the cheek and gum or under the tongue and let it dissolve.
With one tablet per day, the package of 30 tablets covers one month. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet. Mannitol in excessive consumption may have laxative effect.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, if you are taking medication or if you have a health problem, consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, away from children.
