Good to know: Vitamin B12 injections can be appropriate for some patients, but they should not delay investigation of persistent or worrying symptoms
[iii] Broussard, K
Epub 2016 Dec 23
Its recommended to stay hydrated and eat a balanced meal after the treatment to maximize results
Monitor aluminum levels in at risk patients (5.1) Allergic Reactions: to thiamine may occur (5.2) Hypervitaminosis A: Patients with renal failure or liver disease may be at higher risk (5.3) Decreased Anticoagulant Effect of Warfarin: Periodically monitor prothrombin time (5.4) Interferes with Megaloblastic Anemia Diagnosis: Avoid use during testing for this disorder (5.5) Risk of Vitamin Deficiencies or Excesses: Monitor blood vitamin concentrations (5.6) False Negative Urine Glucose Tests: May occur due to vitamin C (5.7) Risk of Vitamin E Toxicity: Additional oral and parenteral vitamin E may result in elevated vitamin E blood concentrations in infants (5.8) Low Vitamin A Levels: Monitor vitamin A levels (5.9) Risk of E- Ferol Syndrome: due to polysorbates (5.10) Adverse Reactions/Side Effects Adverse reactions have included anaphylaxis, rash, erythema, pruritus, headache, dizziness, agitation, anxiety, diplopia, urticaria, shortness of breath, wheezing and angioedema (6) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Hospira, Inc
In functional medicine it may be used as supportive care for gastritis, ulcer recovery, and leaky gut, with the protocol tailored to the patient by the provider
