Potential Side Effects Although Vitamin B12 injections are usually harmless, some patients might experience minor side negative effects
Bacteriostatic Water 10mL is sterile, non-pyrogenic water containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol, used in laboratory research for peptide reconstitution
For General Health and Wellness Some people take injections of B12 to prevent deficiency, especially if they are leading very busy and hectic lifestyles or feel tired and run down
The most common B12 subcutaneous injection sites are the following: The upper arm To self-administer a B12 injection into the arm, pinch a thick skin layer of the side or back of the upper arm and insert the needle at a right angle
While these conditions sound alarming, there is no need to worry if you act quickly
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