Intramuscular (IM) B12 injections using hydroxocobalamin, the preferred licensed form in the UK are recommended when: Oral supplementation has failed to correct a documented deficiency The patient has difficulty adhering to daily oral regimens Serum B12 levels remain persistently low despite adequate oral dosing There is clinical evidence of neurological or haematological complications In line with BNF guidance, the standard IM regimen for confirmed deficiency without neurological involvement is a loading course of 1 mg hydroxocobalamin on alternate days for two weeks , followed by maintenance of 1 mg every three months
If the peptide will be accessed multiple times, bacteriostatic water provides an added layer of protection against contamination
However, if you take a high-dose vitamin B12 supplement, part of the absorption also occurs via passive diffusion : a small amount of vitamin B12 enters the bloodstream directly through the intestinal mucosa, independently of the intrinsic factor
[1] The pink to red color comes from cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12) added by compounding pharmacies
With regular use our patients have experienced a boost of energy and controlled hunger aiding in weight loss
Yes, REGEN shows particular promise for chronic injuries that have failed previous treatments