While bacteriostatic water contains benzyl alcohol as a preservative, reconstituted peptides are not indefinitely sterile
Vitamin B12 needs stomach acid and a special protein called intrinsic factor in order for your body to absorb and use it properly
While animal studies show a good safety profile, a theoretical risk involving its pro-angiogenic effects and potential cancer promotion is a point of consideration, though no evidence has supported this risk in practice
Required documentation elements include: Diagnosis and indication: Specific ICD-10 diagnosis, clinical rationale for the injection, and prior treatment history (conservative therapy tried and failed)
Procedures that alter your stomach or intestines can affect how your body absorbs vitamin B12, making supplementation through injections especially helpful
doi: 10.3945/ajcn.2008.26947A