subcutaneous or intramuscular, meaning its used for shots given under the skin or into a muscle for treatment, prevention, or diagnosis, but does not include the drugs cost or intravenous injections
It targets two hormones, not just one, which can help lower blood sugar and may lead to even greater weight loss
Common side effects include: Injection site reactions mild pain, redness, swelling, or bruising at the injection site, typically resolving within a few days Headache usually transient and manageable with standard analgesia Nausea or dizziness particularly in the initial treatment phase Skin reactions including itching, mild rash, or acneiform eruptions Temporary urine discolouration red or orange urine is harmless and expected Diarrhoea or flushing usually mild and self-limiting In patients with severe megaloblastic anaemia, low potassium levels (hypokalaemia) may occur during initial intensive treatment, but this is uncommon in routine maintenance therapy
These lipotropes reduce fat production in the body
NICE and NHS guidance recommends that individuals in high-risk groups are monitored and treated appropriately
How B12 Injections Work A vitamin B12 injection delivers a synthetic form of the vitamin directly into muscle tissue, typically the upper arm or thigh, bypassing the digestive system entirely