Patients with long-standing alcohol use, restrictive diets, malabsorption syndromes, or prolonged use of medications that deplete or interfere with B vitamins may particularly benefit when a deficiency is confirmed
Our team provides personalized consultations to determine if B12 shots are right for you
It is worth noting that unlicensed medicines can be lawfully supplied in limited circumstances for example, as 'specials' manufactured to meet the specific clinical needs of an individual patient under a prescriber's direction
Oral Supplements Cyanocobalamin tablets (common) Methylcobalamin (easier to absorb) B12 sprays or dissolvable tabs Pros: Easy to take No needles Affordable Cons: Absorption varies Not ideal for GI conditions Food Sources Liver (highly concentrated) Eggs Red meat Cheese Shellfish and fish Plant-based
Rapid correction of deficiency is required
This distinction is crucial for tailoring treatment plans, tracking disease progression, and managing complications like dyskinesia