Advice Our team explains whether injections are suitable and how they help
If side effects do occur, they are generally mild and may include: Pain, discomfort, swelling, or redness at the injection site Diarrhea Headache Bloating Nausea Numbness or tingling Serious side effects are rare and may include: Confusion Dizziness or fainting Muscle pain, cramps, or weakness Extreme thirst Facial flushing Frequent urination Palpitations Fatigue Difficulty breathing Coughing or noisy breathing (wheezing) Extreme pain, swelling, warmth or tenderness in one leg Difficulty swallowing Rash Itching over the body If you experience serious side effects, contact your doctor right away
A 50 mg vial mixed with 3.0 mL of bacteriostatic water gives about 16.7 mg/mL, and the example subcutaneous range is 2.5 to 5 mg per day
It is not FDA-approved, is research-use-only, and is not for human consumption
When B12 levels have been chronically low, your body adapts to functioning with deficiency
For patients with severe cases of anemia or B12 vitamin deficiencies, a form of vitamin B12 called Hydroxocobalamin is sometimes used and does require a prescription
