b12 injections mcg Cyanocobalamin 1,000 / mL Injection 1 mL 12 solution to be administered through injection only Intended for use in cattle NOW Foods B-12 10,000mcg Shots

The B12, whether methylcobalamin or cyanocobalamin, goes into the muscle and into your system without depending on a digestive step that may not be working well for you

It is important to choose a qualified healthcare professional trained in administering vitamin B12 shots

For those without contraindications of vitamin B12, the potential benefits of vitamin B12 supplementation are often deemed to outweigh the associated risks

Anyone who has a poor diet, GI disorder, gut dysbiosis (imbalanced gut microbiome), or gut inflammation will not be able to absorb oral vitamins

Symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency Some of the symptoms that can be caused by a lack of vitamin B12 include: Poor appetite Anemia Fatigue Weakness Numbness or tingling in the hands or feet Difficulty with balance Vitamin B12 deficiency can also contribute to depression, cognitive impairment, and dementia

Monthly injections are well suited to maintenance, keeping already-healthy levels healthy, but they are often not enough during the correction phase for someone who is significantly deficient