Cobalt

Products Cobalt is found in drugs that contain vitamin B12. Unlike other trace elements, it is otherwise virtually never found in vitamin and mineral supplements. Structure and properties Cobalt (Co) is a chemical element with atomic number 27 that exists as a hard, silver-gray, and ferromagnetic transition metal with a high melting point of 1495 … Cobalt

Metal Allergy

Symptoms Local skin reactions such as itching, inflammation, redness, and blistering occur acutely, especially at the sites of contact with the trigger. In the chronic stage, dry, scaly and cracked skin is often observed, e.g. in the form of chronic hand eczema. Affected areas include the hands, abdomen and earlobes. The rash can also appear … Metal Allergy

Vitamin B12

Products In many countries, vitamin B12 is available as a monopreparation in the form of injectables and as a dietary supplement. Vitamin B12 is also combined with other vitamins, minerals, trace elements, and amino acids. Low- and high-dose preparations are available. Structure and properties Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble B-group vitamin that contains cobalt as … Vitamin B12

Cobalt: Function & Diseases

Cobalt is a chemical element and belongs to the so-called iron-platinum group. It is often found together with nickel and iron. Biologically, it plays a major role as the central atom of vitamin B12. What is cobalt? Cobalt is an iron-like metal with atomic number 27. The name cobalt comes from Latin and means cobold. … Cobalt: Function & Diseases