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Vaccine

Vitamin B12 Injections

Benefits of B12

  • Sleep
  • Metabolism
  • Energy levels 
  • Immune health
  • Hair, skin, nail health 
  • Brain/cognitive health
  • Bone health (preventing osteoporosis)
  • Eye health (preventing macular degeneration)
  • Better mood (plays a role in serotonin synthesis)

 

 

Administration

  • Administered via injection intramuscularly (in the muscle); typically in the upper arm 
  • Can be administered on a weekly or monthly basis 

 

Side Effects

Side effects are rare, but here are some to consider. If they do occur, symptoms typically resolve quickly: 

  • Headache, dizziness
  • Injection site discomfort
  • Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea 

Allergic reactions are rare. If you have the symptoms below, please seek emergent care:

  • Itching/hives
  • Shortness of breath, wheezing
  • Tongue or throat swelling, difficulty swallowing 

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Cost

  • Monthly injection (3ml): $40
  • Weekly injection (1ml): $25

 

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