Vitamin B12 Injections

A consultation is essential, prior to taking a Vitamin B12 injection.

A brief telephone consultation will enable us to asses that you are eligible for a full consultation and treatment.

What is Vitamin B12?

Vitamin B12 is also known as Cobalamin/ It is a water-soluble vitamin essential for both fatty acid and amino metabolism as well as DNA synthesis. It is vital for the normal functioning of the nervous system, myelin sheath production, and red blood cell maturation and development.

It helps to prevent megaloblastic anaemia, a blood condition leading to tiredness and weakness. 

Symptoms of B12 deficiency include a pale, yellowish tinge to your skin, sore and red tongue (glossitis), mouth ulcers, pins and needles (paraesthesia), mobility changes, weak muscles, numbness, disturbed vision, irritability, depression, cognitive changes such as memory, understanding and judgement.

Vitamin B12 can be administered via an injection or oral supplements.

Why do we need Vitamin B12?

Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient that plays a crucial role in various bodily functions, including:

Red Blood Cell Production
B12 is needed to produce red blood cells, which carry oxygen throughout the body.

Nerve Function
B12 is essential for the health of the nervous system.

DNA Synthesis
B12 is required for the production of DNA, the genetic material of cells.

Anaemia
A deficiency in red blood cells can cause anaemia, leading to fatigue, weakness, and shortness of breath.

Neuropathy
B12 deficiency can damage the nerves, causing numbness, tingling, and weakness in the extremities.

Mental Health Problems
B12 deficiency has been linked to cognitive decline, depression, other mental health and stress related issues.

What is a Vitamin B12 injection?

A vitamin B12 injection is a nutritional supplement procedure, where a high dose of vitamin B12 is administered directly into the bloodstream.

While traditionally used in hospitals and medical clinics, Vitamin B12 injections are now available in private clinics for health and wellness benefits.

The Vitamin B12 nutritional supplement is administered intramuscularly directly into your bloodstream, where nutrients act with immediate effect.

When a vitamin B12 injection is administered, the vitamin dissolves in the bloodstream and is quickly distributed throughout the body. This allows for rapid absorption and utilisation by the cells.

This method accelerates the effectiveness of treatment, unlike supplements given via the digestive system, which significantly reduces the number of vitamins and nutrients that enter the bloodstream.

Vitamin B12 is water-soluble, which means that it dissolves in water and can be easily absorbed by the body.

Unlike fat-soluble vitamins, which are stored in the body’s tissues, excess vitamin B12 is typically excreted through the urine, therefore considered to be safe.

Who administers the Vitamin B12 injection?

A fully qualified, experienced and competent practitioner will administer the Vitamin B12 injection.

How is the Vitamin B12 prepared and administered?

The Vitamin B12 glass ampule is stored in the refrigerator until such time as it will be administered. The supplement is prepared just before it is administered for the best quality results.

A sterile station is prepared for the administration of the Vitamin B12 injection. The top is snapped off the glass ampule, then vitamin B12 is drawn up into a syringe and the appropriate sterile needle is attached.

The injection site is sterilised, the intramuscular injection of B12 is administered into the Deltoid muscle in the side of the upper arm. The procedure is very quick, a short, sharp pain during the injection may be felt.

Why consider a Vitamin B12 injection and what will it help?

A vitamin B12 deficiency can occur if your body is unable to absorb the vitamin from your diet or if you are not consuming enough of it. A number of factors which can contribute to vitamin B12 deficiency include:

• Vegan diet
• Vegetarian diet
• Some medications
• Pernicious anaemia; a condition which limits vitamin B12 absorption
• Suffering from coeliac disease or Crohn’s disease
• Over 50 years; you might not produce sufficient stomach acid for the absorption of vitamin B12
• Feeling lethargic
• Tiredness
• Low in mood
• Over worked
• Moderate to high levels of stress

Does it hurt?

The actual procedure is very quick. A short, sharp pain during the injection may be felt. However, each individual has a varied pain threshold in relation to the needle insertion.

Care is taken to make the injection as comfortable as possible.

As with all injections there may be some mild temporary discomfort and redness in the site of the needle insertion, which subsides quickly.

How many sessions do I need?

This depends very much on what condition you are treating and its severity. For long-standing conditions, a minimum of 3 treatments is required taken every two to 4 weeks, to ensure the best outcome is achieved. A monthly top up can be administered to maintain results.

How quickly will I see the results?

Hydroxocobalamin starts to work straight away and you may feel results immediately after a single Vitamin B12 injection. However, it may take a few days or weeks before your vitamin B12 levels improve and symptoms (such as extreme tiredness or lack of energy) start to lessen.

How long will the results last?

Vitamin B12 injection is an affective nutritional supplement and results are usually long term, depending on factors such as underlying health issues, how one cares for oneself post procedure, stress, hormone influences, and lifestyle. Once the patient’s goal has been attained, maintenance treatments may be scheduled either monthly, quarterly or yearly.

Are Vitamin B12 injections safe?

Unlike fat-soluble vitamins, which are stored in the body’s tissues, excess vitamin B12 is typically excreted through the urine, therefore considered to be safe.

Vitamin B12 injections have an excellent robust safety record and have always been an effective approach to healing.

It’s important to note that vitamin B12 injections should only be administered by a qualified practitioner, who can assess your individual needs and determine if the injections are appropriate for you.

Care is taken to ensure patient safety at all times.

Are there any side effects?

As with any injectable procedure, there are potential side effects.

The common side effects are pain during injection, redness, swelling and soreness around the injection site lasting up to a few days.

You may also experience some bruising around the injection site.

Some people can faint or feel faint with needles and injections. It is important to tell your practitioner as soon as possible if you feel unwell during or after the injection.

Uncommon side effects include dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting, hot flushes, skin reactions, chills, tremor, insomnia.

There is a risk of an allergic reaction or anaphylactic reaction to the B12 injection. Whilst rare, allergic reactions to vitamin B12 injections can occur. If you have a history of allergies, it’s important to inform your practitioner.

In the event of anaphylaxis or any serious side effects, you would require emergency medical attention.

Also in rare cases, vitamin B12 injections may cause changes in heart rate or blood pressure. These rare side effects include cardiac arrhythmias, thrombocytosis, hypokalaemia (low blood potassium level). This is more likely to occur in people with underlying heart conditions.

Are there any other important considerations?

While Vitamin B12 injections can be beneficial for certain health conditions, it’s important to consult a wellness practitioner who works alongside your primary care physician where needed.

There is extensive scientific evidence for the effectiveness of Vitamin B12 injection treatments. However some natural supplements may interact with medications you’re taking, so it’s crucial to disclose all medications to your healthcare practitioner.

It is important that you see your GP or wellness practitioner if you suspect or display symptoms of B12 deficiency.

It is important also to not exceed the recommended doses of B12

Disclaimer

Any views or advice obtained via this website should not be taken as a substitute
for medical advice or treatment, especially if you are aware of, or suffer from, a specific health complaint.​
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We recommend that you maintain your relationship with your GP, as Vitamin B12 injections and conventional medicine can be integrated when necessary to provide complementary services. Your GP will also be able to arrange any diagnostic procedures you may need, and provide emergency cover.

The information on this website is written WITHOUT PREJUDICE

Avoid strenuous activity for 24 hours.
Avoid hot baths, sauna, steam rooms
Avoid tanning for up to 24 hours.
Avoid public pools.
Avoid rubbing or massage the treated areas for up to 24 hours.
Avoid consuming any alcohol for up to 24 hours.

Your practitioner will advise you on personlised aftercare, lifestyle, and nutrition. As a team you can work together to improve your health and wellbeing.

If original symptoms persist or become worse, seek medical advice as symptoms may be related to other diseases.

Vitamin B12 Injection                              £40

 

Emporium Practitioner:

Angela Taffinder
Senior Aesthetician/Wellness Practitioner