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Dissolvable B12 6000 mcg Cherry Flavored Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Sundown

Lozenge Category: Vitamin
Most serious interaction: Minor
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Minor

Dissolvable B12 6000 mcg Cherry Flavored is a dietary supplement by Sundown with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for treating or preventing b12 deficiency, pernicious anemia, low energy and fatigue.Based on those ingredients, 20 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated minor. The ingredients most likely to interact are Vitamin B12. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Dissolvable B12 6000 mcg Cherry Flavored by Sundown

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 2 of its 2 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains 2 active ingredients, both forms of vitamin B12: Vitamin B12 itself and Coenzyme B12 (also called cyanocobalamin and methylcobalamin, depending on the form). Together they deliver 6000 micrograms of B12 in a dissolvable cherry-flavored lozenge.

The other ingredients are inactive — mannitol (a sweetener), crospovidone (a binder), beet juice color, stearic acid, and natural cherry flavor. There are no fillers in the sense of meaningless bulk; everything here serves a purpose in the tablet's structure or taste.

Does it work?

Strong evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Strong

Clinical evidence supports at least one of this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: B vitamins aid in food-to-energy conversion.
  • We looked for evidence on: Fatigue, Vitamin B12 deficiency, Energy metabolism, Physical performance.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Vitamin B12 is rated "Effective" for Vitamin B12 deficiency (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Vitamin B12 is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Physical performance.
  • Also on file: Vitamin B12 is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Fatigue.

Vitamin B12 is effective for treating B12 deficiency and a rare genetic condition called Imerslund-Grasbeck disease. The data also shows it's likely effective for cyanide poisoning — though that's an emergency setting, not something you'd use this lozenge for.

It's possibly effective for canker sores and a nerve pain condition called postherpetic neuralgia, but the evidence there is less established.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Vitamin B12

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

B12 is generally well-tolerated when taken by mouth. Your body excretes excess B12 in the urine, so there's no established upper limit — you can't overdose.

Allergic reactions are rare but possible; they may show up as rash, itching, redness, or hives. In extremely rare cases linked to correction of a severe type of anemia (megaloblastic anemia), B12 has been associated with a dangerous drop in potassium (hypokalemia), but this is case-report data and occurs almost exclusively with intramuscular injection, not oral lozenges.

B12 is needed during pregnancy and breastfeeding and is considered safe at normal recommended amounts — follow your provider's guidance on dosing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Vitamin B12

Meds to double-check

Minor interactions only
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Minor only

Only Minor-severity interactions are documented for these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Vitamin B12.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Minor.
  • For scale: 20 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

If you take metformin (Glucophage) for diabetes, mention this supplement to your pharmacist — there's a minor interaction, but it may actually help offset the drug's effect on your B12 levels. No other medications have documented interactions with the B12 in our data, but check your exact medications with the tool on this page to be thorough.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with clinical evidence supporting its stated purpose. Only minor medication interactions are documented, and safety information is well characterized.

This is a solid choice if you're deficient in B12 or taking metformin and want to protect your levels. The lozenge form is convenient and well-tolerated.

If you have a history of cobalt allergy or are on other medications, check them below before you start. Talk to your pharmacist if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking multiple supplements.

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Assessment coverage: 2 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Dec 22, 2019.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Dissolvable B12 6000 mcg Cherry Flavored, straight from the product label.

Brand Sundown
Barcode (UPC) 030768185657
Net contents 60 Microlozenge(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Dec 22, 2019
DSLD ID 212352
Product type Vitamin
Supplement form Lozenge
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Dissolvable B12 6000 mcg Cherry Flavored by Sundown, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1 Microlozenge(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Microlozenge(s)
UPC/BARCODE
030768185657
IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin B126000 mcg250000%
Coenzyme B12100 mcg--

Other ingredients: Mannitol, Crospovidone, Beet juice color, Stearic Acid, natural Cherry flavor, Contains < 2% of

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Label statements
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Formulation

Clean Nutrition Sundown believes in clean nutrition and being transparent. That's why you won't find genetically modified ingredients, gluten, wheat, dairy, lactose, or artificial flavors in any of our products. Non-GMO No gluten No wheat No milk No lactose No artificial flavor No preservatives No sugar No soy No starch No yeast No peanuts No tree nuts No fish Sodium free

B Vitamins aid in the conversion of food into energy

Gluten free Dairy free Non-GMO

For energy support & nervous system health

Vegetarian

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Tamper resistant: Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.

As a reminder, discuss the supplements and medications you take with your health care providers. Warning: If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.

Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.

Storage

Store at room temperature and avoid excessive heat.

General Statements

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Clean nutrition

FDA Statement of Identity

Vitamin Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: For adults, take one (1) microlozenge daily, preferably with a meal. Place microlozenge under tongue until fully dissolved and then swallow.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Brand IP Statement(s)

2019 Rexall Sundown

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Dissolvable B12 6000 mcg Cherry Flavored by Sundown label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Dissolvable B12 6000 mcg Cherry Flavored by Sundown

These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Microlozenge(s) Dosage formLozenge Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Vitamin B12

Interacts with
20 drugs
6000 mcg per serving Form: Cyanocobalamin

Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) is an essential nutrient your body needs to make red blood cells, keep nerves healthy, and support DNA. Supplements are very h...

Vitamin B12 monograph & interactions

Coenzyme B12

Interacts with
20 drugs
100 mcg per serving Form: Dibencozide

Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) is an essential nutrient your body needs to make red blood cells, keep nerves healthy, and support DNA. Supplements are very h...

Coenzyme B12 monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Mannitol, Crospovidone, Beet juice color, Stearic Acid, Natural Cherry flavor, Contains < 2% of. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Dissolvable B12 6000 mcg Cherry Flavored by Sundown Drug Interactions

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20 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Dissolvable B12 6000 mcg Cherry Flavored with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Vitamin B121 drug type · 20 drugs

Metformin (Glucophage)

Metformin, a common medication used to manage type 2 diabetes, has been associated with lower vitamin B12 levels in some individuals. Prolonged use of metformin can interfere with the absorption of B12 in the digestive system, potentially leading to a deficiency in this essential vitamin.

Likelihood Possible Evidence A
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Dissolvable B12 6000 mcg Cherry Flavored, from the product label.

Sundown

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Name
Rexall Sundown, Inc.
City
Boca Raton
State
FL
ZipCode
33487
Phone Number
1-888-848-2435
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Dissolvable B12 6000 mcg Cherry Flavored by Sundown: Common Questions

Does Dissolvable B12 6000 mcg Cherry Flavored by Sundown interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Dissolvable B12 6000 mcg Cherry Flavored has a known interaction with 20 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Dissolvable B12 6000 mcg Cherry Flavored contains 2 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Does this work for vitamin B12 deficiency?
Yes, vitamin B12 is effective for treating B12 deficiency. This 6000 mcg lozenge is a high-dose form, so it's well-suited to building your levels back up — but how long that takes depends on your baseline and how much you absorb. Your doctor or pharmacist can tell you what to expect.
Is it safe to take while pregnant or breastfeeding?
Yes. B12 is actually needed during pregnancy and breastfeeding and is considered safe at normal recommended amounts. Follow your provider's specific dosing advice based on your individual needs.
What are the side effects?
B12 is very well-tolerated when taken by mouth. Allergic reactions (rash, itching, redness, hives) are rare. The most common side effects from B12 injections are soreness at the injection site — not relevant here since this is a lozenge. Serious effects are extremely rare and almost always tied to intramuscular injection, not oral tablets.
Can I take this with metformin?
Yes, and it may actually help. Metformin can lower B12 levels over time by reducing how much your body absorbs. This supplement may offset that effect, though timing and dose matter — ask your pharmacist for the best approach for you.
Do these lozenges have any fillers or unnecessary ingredients?
No. The inactive ingredients — mannitol, crospovidone, beet juice color, stearic acid, and natural cherry flavor — all serve a function in making the tablet dissolve smoothly and taste good. Nothing unnecessary is in there.
Can I take too much B12?
No. B12 has no established upper limit because your body excretes excess in the urine. You can't overdose on it, which is one reason high-dose lozenges like this one are considered very safe.

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The Full Monographs Behind Dissolvable B12 6000 mcg Cherry Flavored’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

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Sources & How We Checked

Dissolvable B12 6000 mcg Cherry Flavored's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

The 30 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Vitamin B12 30 references
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See these in context on the Vitamin B12 monograph →

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