Advantages of oral form over IM injection: Less nursing time on injections Less complexity of care Less discomfort/pain Less bleeding in patients who take anticoagulants Less costly according to some analyses Disadvantages of oral form over IM injection:: Greater risk of non-compliance In 1991, a survey done on Minneapolis internists led one commentary to conclude that oral vitamin B 12 replacement for pernicious anemia was one of medicines best kept secret. 18 In 1996, when the survey was repeated again in the same area, awareness and use of oral vitamin B 12 for pernicious anemia had increased substantially (019%), but the majority of doctors still remain unaware of this treatment option (61%)
Doses above recommended levels have not been shown to cause harm
Discuss these potential mild effects so patients know they are normal
B-12 is naturally found in animal products, so individuals who eat plant-based diets (vegan or vegetarian) may especially benefit from these injections.
Research interest in multi-pathway incretin compounds has expanded significantly in recent years as scientists work to map how these receptors interact
However, regular vitamin shots can safely boost energy, mood, and focus if you're deficient
