Vitamin B12 Shot

What is Vitamin B12?

It is a water-soluble vitamin, also known as Cobalamin. It is a prescription only medicine and as such should only be administered by a prescribing nurse or doctor.

Vitamin B12 plays an important role in brain function and red blood cell production.

How is it given?

The shot is given directly into a muscle. It’s most comfortable given in the upper, outer buttock; but you may request the shot in the top of your arm if you prefer.

Who will be involved in my treatment?

We only have registered and experienced nurses at Lioness Medical to give Vitamin B12 injections.

Is it safe?

Vitamin B12 is considered to be very safe, the shots have no major side effects.

In very rare cases, there have been reports of sensitivity or allergy, so make sure you choose  a medical practitioner, in a medical environment to administer your shot.

How many will I need?

This is a difficult question to answer because every individual is different. We generally recommend that you have one shot a week for six weeks, but your appointments are completely flexible. Many people feel the benefits within 2-3 shots and decide to space their shots out with greater intervals.

We will consult you, and take energy and sleep scores from the outset. We will monitor your progress in this way and may recommend you have further blood tests as necessary if your symptoms don’t improve.

Can I overdose?

As Vitamin B12 is water-soluble, your body only absorbs what it needs and any excess passes through your urine.

Extremely high doses may cause dizziness, headache, anxiety, nausea or vomiting. However, we do not offer doses above the recommended guidance from Intravita.

What if I don’t feel better?

We will give you the option of private blood testing or write a letter of referral to your GP.

Private blood testing is a separate charge. Charges will be fully disclosed at consultation.