PER SHOT: Use 1/2cc (half of the insulin syringe) of MIC every 2nd or 3rd day
As with any injection, there are some possible side effects and risks that come with receiving a lipotropic shot
You can inject the B12 subQ in the fatty tissue of the thigh, gluteal area or around your abdomen
Both forms ultimately provide vitamin B activity, but hydroxocobalamins longer duration in the body means injections can be given less frequently in maintenance therapy
How a B12 deficiency causes fatigue Your cells need B12 for proper function, and without the necessary amount, your red blood cell production decreases, which makes delivering oxygen to your cells more difficult
Common side effects include pain or redness at the injection site, mild diarrhea, itching, and swelling