Documented side effects are usually mild to moderate: Injection-site pain, redness, or bruising Flushing Increased heart rate Nausea or gastrointestinal upset Headache Urinary changes or a fishy body odor at higher choline doses Because these are compounded products, sterile technique, pharmacy sourcing, and formulation verification matter
In some cases deficiency is caused by an autoimmune disorder
Starting at the lower end of dosing ranges and adjusting upward based on response prevents overshooting
Infusions The differences between B12 injections and infusions mainly lie in the absorption rate
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: low potassium blood levels (hypokalemia), gout, a certain blood disorder (polycythemia vera), a certain eye disease (Leber's disease), other vitamin/mineral deficiencies (especially folic acid and iron)