diagram of the vitamin b12 injection site A Retired RN About Injections Injection site

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There are four different kinds of B12, some of which are more bioavailable and active than others

The medical assistant verifies the order, confirms the dose, administers the injection intramuscularly , and documents the administration and patient response

Mirpuri E, Garca-Trevijano ER, Castilla-Cortazar I, Berasain C, Quiroga J, Rodriguez-Ortigosa C, Mato JM, Prieto J, Avila MA

For example, if you are at 5 mg per week and your pharmacy sends a 30 mg vial (10 mg/mL, 3 mL), you have six weeks of medication

If you experience common side effects like abdominal cramping or loose stools, talk to your doctor