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What is the vitamin B12 injection?
Hydroxocobalamin is a form of vitamin B12 that can be given as an injection to treat and prevent a vitamin B12 deficiency. Anaemia can result from a vitamin B12 deficiency, which can cause complications and uncomfortable symptoms.
Without vitamin B12, your body will struggle to create red blood cells, which in turn can cause common and serious health problems. Therefore, having the vitamin B12 injection can boost your B12 levels and maintain good health.
Who can have the vitamin B12 injection?
Most adults and children can have this injection. People who may not be able to have this are those who are:
You can get a blood test to confirm if you have low levels of vitamin B12. This can show if you have a deficiency and will be able to confirm whether you are recommended for this injection.
What are the side effects of the vitamin B12 injection?
There are common side effects from having the vitamin B12 injection, these include:
If you are experiencing any of these conditions, please speak to our pharmacy team, as they will advise you on what to do if the side effects concern you.
How can I get this injection, and how does it work?
You can have a vitamin B12 injection at your local Allied Pharmacy, which offers this service.
At the beginning of your treatment, you will usually start by having a vitamin B12 injection a few times a week. Depending on how your body reacts to these injections, the number of doses may increase or decrease. To measure this, you may be referred for further blood testing.
Is this the vitamin B12 injection worth it?
The injection is inserted into a muscle, which enables direct absorption to happen in your bloodstream. This boosts the overall effectiveness of this intramuscular injection.
Low levels of vitamin B12 can cause complications, especially for pregnant women. Women who are pregnant and suffer from low levels of vitamin B12 are more at risk of preeclampsia and preterm birth. Having a hydroxocobalamin injection is generally considered safe during pregnancy and may be given to mothers who need treatment for a vitamin B12 deficiency. This is to help support both the mother and baby’s health.
If you are vegan or limit your intake of meat and dairy products, you may not be getting the recommended amount of vitamin B12 from your diet. Therefore, having this injection can help prevent a deficiency in vitamin B12 from developing.
Is this a private service?
The vitamin B12 injection is offered as a private service at Allied Pharmacy. The price per dose comes to £30.00.
