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Supplementing with a B12 injection can help restore balance and vitality, particularly for those with: Diagnosed Vitamin B12 deficiency (e.g., pernicious anaemia) Dietary restrictions such as vegetarian or vegan lifestyles Conditions affecting absorption, including Crohns disease or after gastric/bariatric surgery Use of medications like metformin or proton pump inhibitors that reduce B12 absorption A need for additional energy and wellbeing support What to Expect: Cost: 29 per injection Administration: Hydroxocobalamin 1mg given intramuscularly (usually into the upper arm) Frequency: Typically every 23 months, depending on individual needs and health goals Appointment: Quick and convenient - our trained pharmacists will assess suitability, obtain informed consent, and administer the injection in our consultation room
While the RNI for maintenance is only 1.5 g daily, therapeutic oral doses typically range from: 50-150 g daily for mild deficiency prevention in at-risk groups 1,000-2,000 g daily for treating confirmed deficiency without malabsorption Some formulations contain up to 5,000 g, though there is no proven additional benefit over 1,000-2,000 g for most patients The reason for this dosage discrepancy lies in absorption efficiency
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