However, to maximise the benefits and avoid side effects, proper aftercare is essential
A high-dose B12 shot, which is given intramuscularly as prescribed by a doctor, can quickly resolve a deficiency by raising the level of vitamin B12 in the blood
In some cases, vitamin B12 deficiency can contribute to neuropathy, highlighting the potential benefit of making B12 supplementation part of nerve pain treatment regimens
In contrast, inert metals (e.g., gold (Au) and platinum (Pt)) do not react with most substances in the human body, but they are biotoxic when deposited and accumulated
BOMSS, Royal College of General Practitioners and the British Dietetic Association do not endorse any particular brand of oral supplementation, however patients may wish to source oral vitamin B12 as below
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