There are also a number of health conditions that prevent patients from being able to absorb a sufficient amount of vitamin B12 both through their diet and through vitamin supplements, making injections the only method that ensures they are not deficient
Methylcobalamin is the active form of vitamin B12 and can be readily utilised by the body without conversion
Public Health Division of the Welsh Government reply We have received a reply from the Public Health Division of the Welsh Government re-assuring us that stocks of vitamin B12 injections are not affected by the current situation with COVID-19, and that when a patients has made an appointment, an assessment needs to be made on the day to determine whether the patient has any of the symptoms of infection
Possible Side Effects and When to Seek Care Vitamin B12 injections are generally well tolerated, but like any medical treatment, they can have side effects
Unusual or unpleasant taste in mouth Upset stomach Headache
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