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Potential Side Effects Although Vitamin B12 injections are usually harmless, some patients might experience minor side negative effects
That's why it's important to let your doctor know if you have any of the following conditions before you're prescribed hydroxocobalamin: If you've had an allergic reaction to hydroxocobalamin or any other medicines in the past If you've been diagnosed with low levels of potassium If you have an irregular or fast heartbeat Once you've started taking hydroxocobalamin, you may have some side effects such as pain, swelling, or itchy skin at the point where the syringe was injected
B12 injections are often better than taking oral vitamins because they are absorbed faster and work directly
Vitamin B12 Injection is often supplied as cyanocobalamin injection 1000 mcg/mL, also written as 1,000 mcg per mL
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