Typically, intramuscular injections might be given daily during the first week, followed by weekly shots for one month, and then every month or two months for life
Typical injection spots are: The abdomen , a couple of inches away from the belly button The outer thigh The back of the upper arm These are easy for self-injections too but again, only once a professional has shown you how to do it correctly
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According to the Mayo Clinic, parenteral vitamin B12 therapy is clinically indicated for treating deficiency caused by pernicious anemia, gastrointestinal disorders such as tropical sprue, and conditions resulting in malabsorption like pancreatic insufficiency
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