Pickart L, Vasquez-Soltero JM, Margolina A
B12 requires special proteins and stomach acid to be adequately absorbed in the small bowel or terminal ileum, which is the last part of the small bowel before connecting to the colon
Final Thoughts vitamin B12 overdose is extremely rare , taking excessive amounts through supplements or injections may cause mild side effects in some individuals
While B12 is found naturally in animal-based foods like meat, fish, and dairy, certain groups are at a higher risk of deficiency: Vegetarians and Vegans: Plant-based diets lack adequate B12, as its primary sources are animal products
Brand names include Adcortyl, and Kenaolg-10
Insert the needle at a 90 angle to the skin for most modern short needles (some older sources recommend 45 if a long needle is used)