Vitamin B12 injections for pernicious anaemia are the gold-standard treatment in the UK, delivering hydroxocobalamin intramuscularly to bypass the absorption problem
In aged mice, it nearly doubles muscle fiber size and enhances muscle stem cell proliferation, resulting in superior muscle regeneration post-injury 1
If you suspect you have experienced side effects from a prescribed B12 medicine, you can report this through the MHRA Yellow Card scheme
When administered intravenously or through injection, the Vitamin B12 is not subject to gut absorption and the entire dosage administered is available to the body for use
The goal is identifying and treating the underlying condition causing the elevation
You may not get enough B12 in your diet if you are: Vegan Vegetarian Over 50 Living with digestive conditions that affect nutrient absorption, such as IBS, celiac, or Crohns disease Taking certain medications like metformin or proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) What are the symptoms of B12 deficiency