Vitamin B12 Injection
- Chislehurst Pharmacy, 59 Chislehurst Road, Chislehurst, BR7 5NP
- 02082950017
What is a vitamin B12 injection?
The vitamin B12 injection is a prescription-only medicine that is widely used by clinicians to treat or prevent vitamin B12 deficiency. It is an efficient method of boosting vitamin B12 levels.
The injection is given in the upper arm (deltoid muscle) as an intramuscular injection. The medicine used is Hydroxcobalamin 1000mcg/ml ampoule.
How does the B12 injection service work in Chislehurst?
What are the main causes of vitamin B12 deficiency?
What is the role of vitamin B12?
Vitamin B12 is an essential vitamin required by our body for the formation of red blood cells and DNA. It is also important for the normal function and development of the brain and the nerve cells.
Book Appointment
Book your appointment online and complete a short medical questionnaire.
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Review
The medical questionnaire is reviewed by a UK prescriber and once approved, you will get an email confirmation.
Visit Pharmacy
Visit us at the pharmacy at the booked appointment time to get your vitamin B12 injection.
The symptoms and the severity of the symptoms vary between individuals. Vitamin B12 deficiency can cause a range of symptoms, these include:
- Extreme tiredness
- A lack of energy
- Problems with memory and ability to focus
- A sore or red tongue
- Pins and needles vision disturbances
- Depression
- Changes in mood
- Changes in the way you walk and move
To book an online appointment, simply click here. Select an appointment time and complete a short medical questionnaire. Once your medical questionnaire is reviewed and approved by a prescriber, you will be notified and asked to attend your appointment to have the injection at the pharmacy.
Vitamins and supplements should be used as part of a healthy lifestyle and should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet or exercise. Speak with your pharmacist or healthcare professional for further advice.