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Vitamin B12 injections are also used by people with impaired vitamin B12 absorption or deficiency called Pernicious anaemia caused by: Inadequate dietary intake of B12 Loss of gastric parietal cells in chronic atrophic gastritis Structural damage or surgical resection of the small intestine or stomach Long-term use of acid regulating medication Alcoholism Gastric banding surgery Celiacs disease Pernicious anaemia Crohns disease Until now, injection of methyl-B12 has required a needle

Does it work on its own

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The frequency depends on your specific situation some people start with weekly shots and then move to monthly maintenance doses once their levels stabilize

For non-emergency concerns such as persistent injection site reactions or new neurological symptoms, contact your GP or NHS 111

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