Unlike oral supplementswhich must pass through the harsh environment of the digestive tract, often losing up to 80% of their potencyvitamin shots guarantee 100% bioavailability
However, conditions affecting the gastrointestinal tractincluding pernicious anaemia, Crohn's disease, coeliac disease, or gastric surgerycan significantly impair absorption, necessitating alternative supplementation routes such as intramuscular hydroxocobalamin injections, which deliver B12 directly into the bloodstream
Patients should inform their healthcare provider if they have any allergies or medical conditions before receiving this injection
How quickly can I expect to see results
All markers are interpreted against local reference ranges and the individual patient
As levels rise, these symptoms can improve within a few days or weeks