Product Purchase Includes Medication Medical provider consultation Syringes Alcohol Pads Program guide Administration video Administration and Frequency Available in Subcutaneous (SQ) and Intramuscular (IM) Injections Three times weekly As directed by your prescribing provider Contraindications Compounded Methylcobalamin injections should not be used in individuals who: Have a known hypersensitivity or allergy to cyanocobalamin, methylcobalamin, cobalt, or any component of the formulation Have Leber's disease (hereditary optic nerve atrophy) B12 administration may cause rapid optic atrophy in these patients Have polycythemia vera B12 may accelerate red blood cell production in ways that may be harmful in this condition Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding should occur only if a licensed healthcare provider determines that potential benefits outweigh potential risks
Vitamin B12 is essential for forming red blood cells, nerve function, and DNA synthesis
The frequency and severity of gastrointestinal symptoms can vary depending on the formulation (tablets, sublingual preparations, or liquid forms), the dose administered, and individual patient factors such as existing digestive conditions or sensitivities to inactive ingredients in the supplement
To maintain optimal B12 levels, regular injections may be necessary, typically every few weeks or months