b12 injection placement How to Give Injections at Home to Yourself · PA Relief How to Inject Vitamin B12

Frequency: Follow the prescribed regimen which may start with frequent administrations (e.g., daily or weekly) before transitioning to a maintenance schedule (e.g., monthly)

A significant portion of vitamins is lost to the stomach, while vitamin B12 injections allow for 100% absorption

Once your provider determines how much B12 you need, then you may be able to decide whether you would like to receive lower dosages every five to ten days or a higher dose on a monthly basis

I administer B12 injections subcutaneously, which means right under the skin and not into the muscle

A 5mg dose requires 0.2mL (20 units on a U-100 insulin syringe)

A blood test is used to diagnose vitamin B12 deficiency