Vitamin B12 Injection

Vitamin B12 is a nutrient that helps to keep your nerves and blood cells healthy. Our bodies don’t make Vitamin B12, it is obtained from foods such as meat, fish, milk and eggs. You may have a deficiency if you are vegan, don’t eat enough B12 rich food, or if you have other health conditions which mean you are unable to absorb it properly, such as pernicious anaemia.

How is the B12 injection given ?

This is usually given as an intramuscular injection, every 2-3 months.

Alternatives to an intramuscular injection are: Oral Vitamin B12 at a dose of at least 1000mcg per day.

It is important to monitor your symptoms if you change to oral B12.

Living Rewards members receive 10 Living Rewards points when they get their vitamin B12 injection.