Most patients feel only a brief pinch or mild stinging sensation, and the discomfort is minimal and short-lived
Here's how to administer an intramuscular B12 injection: As if you were holding a dart, hold the syringe at 90 degrees to your skin
A lack of vitamin B12 can lead to vitamin B12 deficiency anaemia which causes the body to produce abnormally large red blood cells that cannot function properly to carry oxygen around the body, leading to nerve damage or neuropathy
Seek immediate medical help if you develop symptoms of a severe allergic reaction, such as breathing difficulties, confusion, anxiety, clammy skin, and fainting.
Initial correction of significant deficiency typically involves weekly or biweekly injections for several weeks until levels normalize and symptoms resolve
Research shows its chemical stability gives consistent results across different time points