However, here are some general guidelines: For individuals with a B12 deficiency, a common protocol may involve a daily dosage of 1,000 mcg for one week, followed by the same dosage once weekly, and then once per month after addressing the deficiency
B12 injections are sometimes used clinically to treat neuropathy and nerve injuries, providing support for chronic nerve pain or recovery
Common side effects of Vitamin B12 injections include: A Patient Information Leaflet will be provided at your appointment and our pharmacist will discuss with you potential side effects and their management
There is nothing unnatural or foreign that could harm your body through the injections
Some protocols recommend splitting this dose into morning and evening administration for sustained effect
This is particularly important if you are part of any of the groups considered to be at high risk of B12 deficiency, including alcoholics, smokers, those on diabetes drugs, adults over 65, those with gastrointestinal disorders and those who have had surgery relating to the digestive tract
