You may benefit from a B12 injection if you: Follow a vegan or vegetarian diet, B12 is found mainly in animal products Have been diagnosed with pernicious anaemia Are over 60 years old, the stomach produces less acid with age, reducing B12 absorption Have had stomach or bowel surgery Take metformin for type 2 diabetes long-term Drink alcohol regularly Feel constantly tired despite getting enough sleep Experience memory problems, brain fog, or poor concentration If you are unsure whether B12 injections are right for you, speak to one of our friendly pharmacists at Imaan Pharmacy Werneth
Maintenance Once stores are replete, maintenance is 1mg every two to three months for deficiency of dietary origin, or every two months where there has been neurological involvement
The point is not to self-administer from a guide, but to be an informed participant in a clinical conversation
Potential symptoms of a B12 overdose include: Tingling/Numbness of the fact, arms, and hands Mild diarrhea Anxiety/Panic Insomnia What is the recommended B12 dosage
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