Benefits

• Benefits mood by reducing stress
• Supports central nervous system function, red blood cell formation, and DNA synthesis
• Reduces risk of vision loss from age-related macular degeneration when taken with folic acid and vitamin B6
• Lowers homocysteine levels, which is associated with cardiovascular disease and stroke, when taken with folic acid and vitamin B6
• May reduce risk of cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s disease
• Treats pernicious anemia from vitamin B12 deficiency, which can cause nerve damage and increases risk of stomach cancer

Side-effects

• Nausea and vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Weakness
• Loss of appetite
• Tingling sensation in the feet or hands
• Redness, swelling, or bruising at the injection site

Advantages of administration via injection: May be more effective than oral supplementation by bypassing digestion, less expensive and more convenient than intravenous infusions, routinely tested for purity and potency. Note: Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin) comes as a liquid and is injected intramuscularly. Your dosage will be based on your medical condition, response to treatment, and other medications you’re taking. Please take it as advised by your provider.