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Therefore, oral B12 supplements can be taken with or without food with minimal impact on absorption
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Because intramuscular B12 is absorbed more slowly over a longer time frame than intravenous delivery, each shot offers a sustained elevation in serum levels between appointments
The post-opening discard period exists because: Sterility can no longer be fully guaranteed after first puncture Preservatives slow microbial growth but do not eliminate contamination risk Risk of contamination increases with repeated vial access For this reason, healthcare and laboratory settings typically follow a fixed discard timeframe (commonly 28 days), unless otherwise specified by the manufacturer