Vitamin B12 shot may be prescribed to prevent or treat the following: Pernicious anemia (a condition in which there are low red blood cell counts due to an abnormality in B12 absorption by the intestines) Megaloblastic anemia (a type of anemia in which there are very large red blood cells called megaloblasts) Cognitive disorders, such as dementia (a disorder characterized by problems with memory, problem-solving abilities, language, etc.) Disorders that affect B12 absorption, such as pancreatic diseases, intestinal infections, Crohns disease, and tropical sprue Cardiovascular disease risk (by lowering blood homocysteine levels, which is a compound associated with an increased risk of heart problems) Multiple sclerosis symptoms Bells palsy recovery B12 deficiencies related to: Weight loss Vegan or restrictive diets Surgery to remove the part of the stomach or the ileum (the last part of the small intestine) Energy and endurance What are signs of vitamin B12 deficiency
Dosing is measured by concentration in the vehicle solution
For SC injections, the medication is placed in the soft, fatty tissue directly beneath the skin, with the needle angled at roughly 45 degrees
[13] There have also been rare reports of high-dose vitamin B (as in injectable form) precipitating skin outbreaks such as acne or rosacea in susceptible persons
Our shot can give you the energy boost you need to power through your day
This powerhouse of vitamins helps support a healthy nervous system including hair and nails and also plays a vital role in brain function and the production of DNA and red blood cells
