How Often Can You Get a B12 Shot
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this list is not exhaustive Antacids Colchicine (treatment of gout) H2 Blockers (Zantac, Tagamet, Pepcid) Metformin Diabetes drug (Glucophage) PPIs Proton pump inhibitors (Omeprazole, Nexium, Prevacid, Protonix) Nitrous oxide anaesthesia Nitrous oxide recreational abuse (Laughing gas / Whippets / Hippy crack) Mycifradin sulphate (Neomycin) antibiotic Para aminosalicylates antibiotic Phenytoin (Dilantin) anti-epileptic Potassium chloride (K-Dur) Cholestyramine (Questran) Chemotherapy and radiation treatment Increased demands Chronic Hemoltic anaemia Hyperthroidism Multiple myeloma Myelopproliferative disorders Neoplasms Pregnancy Some patients may never find out the cause of their condition, this does not mean that they should be denied B12 injections which are, safe, inexpensive and the most efficient treatment for their deficiency
However, certain populations, including vegetarians, vegans, older adults, and individuals with digestive disorders, may need supplementation
Temporary Issues: If the deficiency was due to a temporary medication or a resolved medical condition, the need for shots might eventually cease once the underlying problem is gone and oral absorption is restored