Important safety considerations: Patients should contact their GP if they experience severe injection site reactions, signs of infection (fever, spreading erythema), chest pain, palpitations, or allergic symptoms
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When indicated, useful laboratory tests may include a complete blood count (CBC) to assess for anemia, comprehensive metabolic panel for electrolyte and kidney function, vitamin B12 , 25-hydroxyvitamin D , and iron studies (serum iron, ferritin, total iron-binding capacity)
It is important to discuss any concerns with your healthcare provider before starting treatment
CAS Number: 68-19-9 (Cyanocobalamin reference form) Molecular Formula: C63H88CoN14O14P Molecular Weight: ~1355.38 g/mol Compound Classification: Naturally occurring cobalt-containing corrinoid vitamin Specifications Form: Aqueous solution Concentration: 1000 g/mL (nominal) Vitamin B-12 Volume: 10 mL Filtration: 0.2 m sterile membrane Preservative: 0.9% Benzyl Alcohol Container: Sterile glass vial Appearance: Red solution Purity: Manufactured to defined specification (98% assay cyanocobalamin
Are vitamin B12 injections safe