(Before diving in, remember: Always consult with a healthcare professional before considering new treatments
People may be at an increased risk of B12 deficiency if they: Consume a vegans or strict vegetarian diet Have eating disorders such as anorexia or bulimia Take antacids or diabetes related drugs that may interfere with B12 absorption Have a history of alcoholism Have a family history of pernicious anaemia Are diagnosed with anaemia Have Crohns disease, irritable bowel or any disease causing malabsorption of nutrients Have an autoimmune disease, such as type 1 diabetes, SLE, Addisons disease Are women with a history of infertility or multiple miscarriages Each ml contains 1000mcg of hydroxocobalamin Injectable water Suitable for vegans and vegetarians
As a general guideline, once punctured, a vial of bacteriostatic water should be discarded after 28 days
Side effects to tell your doctor about immediately are skin rashes, itching, hives, swelling of the tongue, lips, or face, blueish skin, chest tightness or pain, trouble breathing, wheezing, dizziness, or red, swollen, painful area on a leg (via the Cleveland Clinic)
Folic acid is not a substitute for vitamin B12 although it may improve vitamin B12 deficient megaloblastic anemia
