AOD-9604 also appears in cartilage repair research (originally investigated for osteoarthritis before pivoting to obesity), because the hGH fragment retains some regenerative signaling without the proliferative risks of full hGH
Unlike oral B12, which depends on intrinsic factor and healthy gut absorption, the injection delivers B12 directly into the bloodstream
It has also been found to improve the absorption of iron in patients with iron deficiency anemia, helping to address this common nutritional disorder
May also help stimulate the immune system, ease muscle cramps, and aid in the management of arthritis, allergies, and asthma
Hypokalemia and thrombocytosis could occur upon conversion of severe megaloblastic anemia to normal erythropoiesis with methylcobalamin therapy
When deciding between intramuscular and intravenous, we look at the patients health, how bad their B12 deficiency is, and how they react to treatment