It's important for cell reproduction, blood formation, brain development, and bone growth.People who suffer from the symptoms of low B12 can ask their doctor if they should get injections.B12 injections may be an option if the total blood levels of the vitamins are low.The man-made form of B12 is called cyanocobalamin.You should talk to your doctor if you have an adverse reaction to vitamins B12 and B2.If you want to have someone give you the injection, you have to be trained by a healthcare professional.
Step 1: Talk to your doctor about injections.
It's a good idea to talk to your doctor about the benefits of B12 injections.The levels of B12 in your blood are something your doctor will want to check.If your doctor thinks you are a good candidate for the injections, she will give you a prescription.She should show you how to do the injection or the person who will be doing it for you.You shouldn't attempt to administer these shots without proper training.You will need to fill your prescription at the pharmacy.Don't take more than the prescribed amount.Your doctor may want to check your body's reaction to the injections with regular blood tests.
Step 2: Discuss the risks and benefits of a B12 injection with your doctor.
If you have an allergy or other condition that makes you ineligible for a B12 shot, talk to your doctor.If you have Leber's disease, which is an inherited form of vision loss, you should not use this medication if you are allergic to any of the vitamins in it.If you have cold or allergy symptoms that affect your nose, you shouldn't get the shot.A disease of the body.There is a deficiency of iron or folic acid.Any type of disease.If your treatments affect your bone marrow.If you plan on becoming pregnant while using B12 injections.It's possible that conjugatebalamin can enter your breast milk and harm a baby.
Step 3: Be aware of the benefits of B12 injections.
If you suffer from anemia or a deficiency of B12 you may need injections.Some people can't absorb vitamins B12 through food or through oral supplements, so they resort to injections.Vegetarians who don't eat animal foods may benefit from taking vitamins B12 and B6 to stay healthy.It's important to keep in mind that vitamins aren't proven to help with weight loss.
Step 4: Pick an injection site.
The comfort level of the person administering the injection is what determines the ideal injection site.Your first shot should be administered by a healthcare professional who will monitor your reaction and check for any adverse effects.The upper arm is one of the most common injection sites.If the deltoid in the upper arm is developed, older adults can use this site.The upper arm should not be used for doses higher than 1mL.The thigh is the most common site used by people who are self-administering the injections, or giving an injection to a small child.The high amount of fat and muscle under the skin of your thigh makes it a good spot.The vastus lateralis is about 6 inches from the crease of your leg.The outer hip is good for young people and adults.There are no major blood vessels or nerves that could be damaged if you use this area.The buttocks are a common injection site.The site is close to major blood vessels and your sciatic nerve and should only be used by a medical professional.
Step 5: Pick an injection method.
There are two injection methods that can be used for a vitamin B12 injection, one of which is more common as it tends to have better results.The needle will be inserted at a 90 degree angle.The medication can be pushed through slowly if the needle is not in a blood vessel.The B12 will be absorbed by the muscles when it is pushed through the needle.All of the B12 will be absorbed into your body.The injections are less common.The needle will be placed below your skin at a 45 degree angle.The outer skin may be removed to make sure the needle doesn't pierce the muscle.Your upper arm is the best place to inject this type of injection.
Step 6: Take your materials.
A clean counter is a good place to put a home treatment area.Prescribed B12 solution is what you will need.There is a covered clean needle.There are cotton balls.Rubbing alcohol.The band aids are small.A puncture-proof container is used to dispose of needles.
Step 7: The injection area should be cleaned.
The person's bare skin should be exposed if the injection site is not uncovered.The cotton ball should be dipped in rubbing alcohol.The cotton ball can be used to clean the person's skin.The site should be allowed to dry.
Step 8: The surface of the B12 solution needs to be cleaned.
To wipe the surface of the container with the B12 solution, use a cotton ball dipped in rubbing alcohol.Let it dry.
Step 9: The container should be turned upside down.
Take off the safety cover on the needle and remove the clean needle from the package.
Step 10: The needle should be pulled back to the desired amount.
Then put it in the vial.Push the air out of the syringe by pushing the plunger, and then slowly pull back on it, until it fills to the required amount.Air bubbles can be removed by lightly tapping the needle with your finger.
Step 11: The needle needs to be removed.
To make sure the air is out of the syringe, give a slight push on it.
Step 12: Administer the injection.
The skin of the injection site taunt can be held with the thumb and forefinger of your free hand.The skin on the person's body should be tight and smooth to make it easier to administer the supplement.Let the person know that you will be injecting the supplement.At the right angle, inject the needle into their skin.Push the needle down slowly until all of the supplement is inserted.Pull the plunger back to make sure there is no blood in the needle.If there is no blood, you should inject the supplement.Try to relax the muscles.If the person is tense or nervous, tell them to keep their weight on their leg or arm.The injection site will be kept relaxed by this.If you are injecting B12 into yourself, you should use your hand to hold the skin of the injection site.Relax your muscles and inject the needle.If there is no blood in the syringe, you should inject the rest of the supplement.
Step 13: Remove the needle from the skin.
You need to remove it at the same angle.To clean the injection site, use a cotton ball.In a circular motion, wipe the injection site.Keep the area protected by applying a band-aid.
Step 14: Make sure to dispose of the needle properly.
Don't throw used needles in the garbage.You can make your own container or ask your doctor for a puncture proof container.Attach the lid to the metal coffee can with duct tape.Needles can fit through the slit in the lid.You should label the can because it contains needles.To store your used needles, use a thick plastic detergent bottle.The needles should not fall out of the container if the lid is kept on.Make sure the container is labeled to show that it is full of used needles.When the can is 1/3 full, take it to your doctor's office, a bio-hazard collection site, hazardous waste center, or a syringe exchange program for disposal.Enroll in a residential special waste program that will pick up your needles.
Step 15: Only use the disposable needle once.
If you use the same needle twice, you can get sick.You can keep unused vitamins at room temperature, away from heat, light, and humidity.