Continue watching as Emily Kauffeld, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, NP-C, a nurse practitioner in the Wellness Center, discusses the benefits and process of recieving Vitamin B12 shots
The mean fasting gastrin level increased in a dose-related manner
While this change in color may seem concerning, it is often nothing to worry about, particularly if youre consuming vitamins or are dehydrated
The commercial manufacturing of the vitamin is done through bacterial fermentation
Injections are particularly appropriate for those with: Pernicious anaemia, an autoimmune condition affecting B12 absorption Conditions affecting the stomach or small intestine, such as Crohns disease or coeliac disease Those who have had gastric surgery or bariatric procedures Strict vegans and vegetarians not meeting their B12 needs through food or oral supplements For those who can absorb B12 normally, oral supplements are generally an effective and well-evidenced alternative to injections
The key steps are understanding what type of injection youre receiving (subcutaneous), removing the metal piece from the vial and cleaning it with an alcohol pad, filling a TB syringe with the recommended dose of air before inserting into rubber stopper on top of vial containing vitamins ,pulling up vitamins into syringe until all desired amount has been reached then priming needle by pushing medication out until tip prior to injection site cleaning ,choosing fatty area around belly button as ideal location due its easy access and good absorption rate then properly clean area prior administering shot subq ,removing needle from area but do not rub site after administration ,apply band-aid over spot where shot was administered afterwards so that no bacteria enters open wound lastly monitor injected spot over next 48 hours just in case any redness swelling pain occurs during that period which could indicate allergic reaction or infection if any these symptoms appear consult doctor immediately
