b12 injections certification Certificate B12 Injection – When Safety

Although low serum B12 levels have been associated with increased bone turnover and fracture risk (9) , long-term B12 and folic acid supplementation did not improve bone mineral density (38) , or reduce osteoporotic fracture incidence in elderly individuals with elevated plasma homocysteine levels (39)

"Her GP gave her a course of 6 vitamin B12 injections" My understanding of UK guidance on treatment for B12 deficiency is that as neurological symptoms were present eg twitching, memory problems then the treatment should have continued beyond the 6 loading injections

No changes in fasting glucose, insulin, HbA1c, IGF-1, cortisol, or thyroid hormones were detected at any dose tested

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Injection site reactions, transient flushing, and gastrointestinal upset are reported occasionally