What is B12 Injections?
B12 injections are a type of vitamin B12 supplement. They are used to treat deficiencies of vitamin B12, which can lead to anemia and other health problems. B12 injections are usually given intramuscularly, which means they are injected directly into a muscle, usually in the upper arm or buttocks.
Vitamin B12 is also an essential water-soluble vitamin that plays a role in many bodily functions, including:
DNA production
Red blood cells
Nerve cells
Without vitamin B12, a person may start to feel tired and weak due to megaloblastic anemia
B12 injections are highly recommended for people over the age of 50, vegans and vegetarians, those who have digestive issues such as Crohn’s disease or Celiac disease, or people with pernicious anemia. B12 injections are also recommended for people with low levels of B12 in their blood.
How Many Treatments Would I Need?
The number of treatments of B12 injections needed will depend on the individual and their condition. Generally, people with vitamin B12 deficiency may need a series of injections over a period of several weeks or months. After that, they may need to continue with regular maintenance injections.
Frequently Asked Questions
Number of treatments would depend of the individual and their condition.
Approx 10-15 minutes
People who are pregnant, certain medical conditions such as hear and blood disease , those with allergies and those who are taking certain medications should not receive b12 injections.