Question 1

how and where can i give myself a 2ml shot of vitamin b12?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: Though a vitamin, the injectable form of b-12 usually requires a prescription.  Unless one has a significant case of pernicious anemia, some type of bowel problem or bowel surgery and a few other instances, b-12 by injection can be sujpplanted by oral or sublingual b-12.  You should know your b-12 level if you are concerned and be careful.  You can mask other problems.

Question 2

i have a vitamin b12 deficiency. can they give me a shot every month now?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely: B12 in the form of methyl cobalamin is necessary for numerous biochemical pathways.  It can prevent psychoses, nerve tissue degeneration and megaloblastic anemia.  Methyl B12 can be given safely at doses up to 3mg intramuscularly and can be given weekly in those patients who cannot absorb it through the GI tract.  There are no known side-effects of having to much.

Question 3

i have been giving my wife vitamin b12 shots in her upper arm. last time she said her arm feels numb there. anything to worry about?

Accepted Answer

VITAMIN B12 SHOTS: You may have hit a nerve in the arm. The chances are the numbness will disappear. But if you are concerned, see a doctor.

Question 4

my doctor is giving me an experimental b12 injection of 1000 mcg/ml per month. how long would it take to notice a difference in my numbness, tingling, weakness, fatigue, anxiety, shakiness? b12 is borderline low (384). is 1 shot/month enough?

Accepted Answer

: You are receiving the standard B-12 injection, at the correct frequency and dosing.  It is NOT "experimental"!  Agree with your doctor's approach, and follow his (her) directions and guidance.

Question 5

do b12 shots help?

Accepted Answer

Depends: What are you hoping will improve? A lot of people notice improved energy after getting a b12, that's true, but the only people who really need them are those with a deficiency of B12 that cannot be overcome with pills. Sometimes B12 deficiencies can cause nerve problems and other nervous system disease, so B12 shots can help with those.

Question 6

how do i get b12 shots?

Accepted Answer

: Through your doctor’s office where you can have your levels checked and further decisions can be made regarding adjusting or stopping treatment if needed.

Question 7

how long do b12 shots last?

Accepted Answer

B12 shots : B12 is water soluble so doesn't last long.

Question 8

where can you get b12 shots?

Accepted Answer

Doctors Office: You can only get B12 Shots by your doctor in doctor's office

Question 9

can b12 shot be a boost if level low?

Accepted Answer

A good maybe: I often hear that from patients--feeling more energetic from a B12 injection..Even when their level is normal..Even high-normal. So, if you have low level to start with and you need it, i don't really see the downside..So give it a shot...You may feel better.
I assume you have a work-up by your doc to make sure no anemia or low thyroid etc...
Good luck.

Question 10

how long do b12 shots last in system?

Accepted Answer

Very short: The water soluble vitamins are not stored in the body.  We get them from a healthy diet that includes meat for vitamin B12

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I have been giving my wife vitamin b12 shots in her upper arm. last time she said her arm feels numb there. anything to worry about?

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My doctor is giving me an experimental b12 injection of 1000 mcg/ml per month. how long would it take to notice a difference in my numbness, tingling, weakness, fatigue, anxiety, shakiness? b12 is borderline low (384). is 1 shot/month enough?

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