Vitamin B12 Injection

About vitamin B12

Vitamin B12 is a nutrient that promotes the health of your nerves and blood cells, making it an essential part of any healthy diet. It is not produced by our bodies and must be obtained through meals such as meat, fish, milk, and eggs. If you are vegan, don't eat enough B12-rich foods, or have other health issues that prevent you from absorbing it effectively, such as pernicious anaemia, you may have a deficiency.

A vitamin B12 deficiency can cause a wide range of severe symptoms, such as fatigue, depression, nerve damage, muscle weakness, joint pain and difficulties with balance. In extreme cases, it could even lead to permanent nerve damage or megaloblastic anaemia – a condition in which large red blood cells develop and cause severe fatigue. 

Vitamin B12 deficiency

While it's most commonly associated with older adults, younger people can experience vitamin B12 deficiency as well. This is due to various factors, including poor diets, malabsorption of vitamins, and certain medical conditions and medications which can contribute to lower levels of vitamin B12 in the body. Everyone needs to monitor their vitamin levels, especially if they think they could be at risk due to age or lifestyle habits like vegetarianism/veganism.

The best way to treat vitamin B12 deficiency is through diet and supplementation. A balanced diet rich in animal proteins (meat, fish) or dairy products should provide enough Vitamin B12 for most people. Vegan sources such as fortified foods or supplements are available if needed. In severe cases where absorption seems difficult or impossible due to certain medical conditions or medications, vitamin B12 injections can replace lost vitamins directly into the bloodstream for quick absorption.

How this service works

• Select your service option and book an appointment

• Follow the link in your booking confirmation email to fill out the patient questionnaire and upload your proof of vitamin B12 deficiency (at least 16 hours before your appointment)

• One of our prescribers will review the completed questionnaire and contact you to discuss this

• Visit the branch on the selected date and time to receive the treatment