When to seek medical advice: Severe pain, swelling, or signs of infection at injection sites Allergic symptoms (rash, difficulty breathing, facial swelling) Unexplained fatigue, jaundice, or dark urine Any concerning symptoms following injection Patients should always disclose use of lipotropic injections to their GP, as this information may be relevant for diagnosis and management of other conditions
Intramuscular B is the standard treatment
Most medical documents indicate you might experience any of these: Mild diarrhea and/or upset stomach Difficulty breathing or swallowing Weight loss or weight gain Nervousness or restlessness Nausea or vomiting Headaches or migraines Paresthesias (tingling sensations) Rhinitis (chronic sneezing or a congested, drippy nose) Skin reactions, such as rash, itching, swelling, blisters, or pain at the site of injection Light joint pain Lightheadedness or dizziness Chest pain or discomfort Low blood potassium levels Irregular heartbeat Chills, night sweats, fever, or hot flushes General feeling of sickness However, people often fail to recognize that many side effects of vitamin B12 injections are consistent with B12 deficiency itself
Pyridoxine is involved in protein metabolism, haemoglobin production, and the regulation of homocysteine levels
