In many cases, though, patients' disorders prevent them from absorbing the B12 unless it is administered by injection
A common example is with vitamin D, and heres why: Vitamin D is fat soluble, so your body stores it Taking more than the recommended upper limit for long periods can lead to high vitamin D levels, and high calcine can lead to kidney and heart problems If you are on a higher dose of vitamin D for a specific medical reason or for longer than a short course, your provider may want to check your levels and other labs to stay on top of safety
Supportive secondary endpoint analyses were not controlled for multiple comparisons and should not be used to infer definitive treatment effects
Everyone is a little different, so your timeline depends on your starting levels, your health, and how your body uses the vitamin
Janet Beres, PA-C Table of Contents: What are the symptoms of B12 deficiency
Administering B12 injections at home can be safe with proper education, consultation, and adherence to sterilization protocols