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Vitamin B12 5000 mcg Cherry Flavor Ingredients & Drug Interactions

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Tablet Or Pill Category: Vitamin
Most serious interaction: Minor
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
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First and foremost: checking Vitamin B12 5000 mcg Cherry Flavor against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.

Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Minor

Vitamin B12 5000 mcg Cherry Flavor is a dietary supplement by up&up with 1 active ingredient. 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.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Vitamin B12 5000 mcg Cherry Flavor by up&up

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 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product has one active ingredient: vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin). At 5,000 micrograms per tablet, it's a high-dose supplement meant to prevent or correct a B12 deficiency — your body can't make this vitamin on its own, so it has to come from food or supplements.

The tablet also contains several inactive ingredients (fillers and binders like mannitol, microcrystalline cellulose, and magnesium stearate) to hold it together, plus a cherry flavor.

Does it work?

Strong evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
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: energy metabolism and nervous system health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Fatigue, Peripheral neuropathy, Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy, Vitamin B12 deficiency, Cognitive function, energy support — and 1 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Vitamin B12 is rated "Effective" for Vitamin B12 deficiency (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Vitamin B12 is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy, Cognitive function, Fatigue, Peripheral neuropathy.

B12 works well for genuine B12 deficiency and is rated Effective for that. It's also rated Likely Effective for cyanide poisoning (a specialized medical use) and Possibly Effective for canker sores and postherpetic neuralgia (nerve pain after shingles).

If your B12 levels are low or you have one of these conditions, this dose can help; if you're taking it just in case or for energy without a real deficiency, the evidence doesn't establish benefit.

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 and very safe — your body eliminates excess in your urine, so there's no upper limit concern. The data shows it's safe at normal recommended amounts during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and it's actually needed at those times.

Serious side effects are rare; most people experience no problems, though allergic skin reactions (rash, itching, hives) have been reported in isolated cases, and in rare instances correction of severe anemia can cause a serious drop in potassium.

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 for diabetes, let your pharmacist know — metformin can reduce B12 absorption, so this supplement may be part of your management plan. Check your other medications with the tool on this page; the documented interaction is minor, but it's good to confirm.

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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.

If you have a B12 deficiency or your doctor suggested it — especially if you take metformin — this is a solid, well-tolerated choice. If you're on metformin or any other medications, run them through the checker below.

Talk to your pharmacist if you have a history of cobalt allergy or severe anemia.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Oct 24, 2024.

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 Vitamin B12 5000 mcg Cherry Flavor, straight from the product label.

Brand up&up
Barcode (UPC) 079524874718
Net contents 120 Tablet(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 24, 2024
DSLD ID 317829
Product type Vitamin
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Vitamin B12 5000 mcg Cherry Flavor by up&up, 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 Tablet(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Tablet(s)
Servings per container
120
UPC/BARCODE
079524874718
IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin B125000 mcg208333%

Other ingredients: Mannitol, Crospovidone, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Cyanocobalamin, Vegetable Oil, Hydrogenated, Magnesium Stearate, Cherry Flavor, Natural, Stearic Acid, Sucralose

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Label statements
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Formulation

Energy metabolism Tablet color may vary.

Gluten free

Quick dissolve May support energy metabolism and nervous system health Energy metabolism

Formula

The B vitamins may play a role in protein and energy metabolism. As an essential nutrient, Vitamin B12 may play a role in maintaining proper metabolic functioning and the well-being of the nervous system. Vitamin B12 is also important for heart health.

Cherry flavor Naturally flavored

Precautions

Caution: pregnant or nursing women, individuals taking medication(s) or persons who have a health condition should consult their physician before using this product.

Safety-sealed. Do not use if printed seal under cap is cut, torn, or missing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

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.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Brand IP Statement(s)

Trademark & Copyright 2021 Target Brands, Inc.

General Statements

Questions? Call 1-800-910-6874

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: Adults, as a dietary supplement, dissolve one (1) tablet daily under tongue for 30 seconds, then swallow.

Storage

Store at 15 degrees-30 degrees C (59 degrees-86 degrees F).

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Vitamin B12 5000 mcg Cherry Flavor label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Vitamin B12 5000 mcg Cherry Flavor by up&up

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Servings per container120 Amounts shown are per serving.

Vitamin B12

Interacts with
20 drugs
5000 mcg per serving

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

Other (inactive) ingredients: Mannitol, Crospovidone, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Cyanocobalamin, Vegetable Oil, Hydrogenated, Magnesium Stearate, Cherry Flavor, Natural, Stearic Acid, Sucralose. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Vitamin B12 5000 mcg Cherry Flavor by up&up Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

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Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Vitamin B12 5000 mcg Cherry Flavor interact with 20 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Vitamin B12 5000 mcg Cherry Flavor interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Vitamin B12

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Vitamin B12 5000 mcg Cherry Flavor 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
Vitamin B12 full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Vitamin B12 5000 mcg Cherry Flavor, from the product label.

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Name
Target Corp.
City
Minneapolis
State
MN
Phone Number
1-800-910-6874
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Vitamin B12 5000 mcg Cherry Flavor by up&up: Common Questions

Does Vitamin B12 5000 mcg Cherry Flavor by up&up interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Vitamin B12 5000 mcg Cherry Flavor 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?
Vitamin B12 5000 mcg Cherry Flavor contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism 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.
Can I take this while I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Yes, B12 is safe at recommended amounts during both pregnancy and breastfeeding, and it's actually needed at those times. Follow your provider's guidance on the right dose for you.
I'm on metformin. Does this supplement help?
Metformin can lower B12 levels over time, so a supplement like this one may help prevent deficiency — but that's a conversation to have with your doctor or pharmacist based on your specific situation and blood levels.
Can B12 cause side effects?
Most people handle it very well. Allergic skin reactions (rash, itching, hives) have happened in rare cases. Serious side effects are uncommon, but if you have a history of cobalt allergy or severe anemia, mention it to your pharmacist.
How much B12 is too much?
There's no established upper limit — excess B12 is simply removed in your urine, so it's very hard to take too much by mouth.
Will this give me more energy?
If your B12 levels are actually low, correcting the deficiency may help. If your levels are normal, there's no evidence this supplement will boost your energy.

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The Full Monographs Behind Vitamin B12 5000 mcg Cherry Flavor’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Vitamin B12

Interacts with 20 drugs

Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) is an essential nutrient your body needs to make red blood cells, keep nerves healthy, and support DNA. Supplements are very helpful for people who are deficient — su...

Read the full Vitamin B12 monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Vitamin B12 5000 mcg Cherry Flavor'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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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.

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