Weight loss as monotherapy is minimal, averaging 2-4 additional pounds monthly versus placebo in controlled settings
Important things to consider for the rate of administration include: Watching the patients vital signs Changing the rate based on how the patient reacts Not giving it too fast to prevent bad reactions Emergency Protocols for Severe Deficiency For severe Vitamin B12 deficiency with neurological symptoms or severe anemia, emergency steps are needed
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Vitamin B12 deficiency is pretty common, and many people take B12 injections
Wellington, New Zealand, 1998
Symptoms can develop quickly and include: feeling faint or lightheaded difficulty breathing or wheezing rapid heartbeat confusion anxiety clammy skin collapsing or losing consciousness hives swelling stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting If you or someone nearby develops these symptoms, you should: Check to see whether they have an epinephrine pen