Vitamin B12 injection service near me in Tooting Bec
Are you looking for a private vitamin b12 injection service in Tooting Bec? We provide safe and convenient access to vitamin b12 injections through local pharmacies. The cost of the vitamin B12 injection service in Tooting Bec is £29.
If you are experiencing the symptoms of vitamin b12 deficiency, such as tiredness, lethargy and mental fog then you might be able to get the vitamin b12 injection through this service. Complete a short online medical questionnaire and book your appointment. Online consultations are reviewed by UK-registered prescribers and the injections are administered by fully trained pharmacists or pharmacy technicians. Book your appointment online today.
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How does the Vitamin B12 injection service work in Tooting Bec?
The process of booking a vitamin b12 injection has been made easy. The aim is to provide safe and convenient access to quality healthcare services in your locality. Simply follow the steps below.
How it Works?
It is easy to book a B12 injection appointment online.
Book a time slot with a local pharmacy for the vitamin b12 injection and complete a short medical questionnaire.
What is Vitamin B12?
Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin that occurs naturally in some foods, is added to others, and is accessible as both a dietary supplement and a prescription drug. Cobalt is a component of vitamin B12, hence compounds having vitamin B12 action are typically referred to as “cobalamins”.
Which foods are high in Vitamin B12?
Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient that the body cannot produce on its own; therefore, it must be obtained from diet or supplements.
You can obtain vitamin B12 from animal foods, which contain it naturally, or from fortified foods.
Animal sources consist of dairy products, eggs, fish, and meat. Check the product’s Nutrition Facts label if you’re searching for a B12-fortified food. You can check our blog post on foods high in vitamin b12.
Why do we need Vitamin B12?
Vitamin B12 is required for red blood cells and DNA formation. It is also important for brain and nerve cell function and development.
Symptoms of Vitamin B12 Deficiency?
If you are deficient in vitamin B12, you may get anaemia. A minor deficiency might not manifest any symptoms. But if left untreated, it may cause the following symptoms:
- Weakness, tiredness, or light headedness
- Lack of energy
- A decline in your mental abilities, such as memory and focus
- A painful and red tongue (glossitis)
- Mouth ulcers
- Pins and needles (paraesthesia)
- Disturbed vision
- Irritability
Causes of Vitamin B12 deficiency?
Vitamin B12 deficiency occurs when the body does not get or absorb sufficient vitamin B12 from the food it consumes in order to operate effectively.
Pernicious anaemia – An autoimmune condition that causes your immune system to attack the cells in your stomach that produce the intrinsic factor, which means your body is unable to absorb vitamin B12. The intrinsic factor combines with vitamin B12 before it is absorbed in the gut.
Diet – Vitamin B12 is mainly found in animal-based foods so individuals who follow a strict plant-based diet are at a higher risk of developing a vitamin b12 deficiency. Those following a vegan or strict vegetarian diet are more likely to be deficient in vitamin b12.
Conditions affecting the stomach or intestine – Vitamin B12 is absorbed in the gut so some conditions or surgical procedures of the stomach or the intestine can affect the absorption of the vitamin B12. For example, gastrectomy, a surgical procedure of the stomach, or Crohn’s disease, a condition that affects the lining of the digestive system.
Medicines – Certain medicines can affect the absorption or the available levels of vitamin b12. For example, proton pump inhibitors, PPIs, can affect worsen vitamin b12 deficiency.
Vitamin B12 supplements
There are different vitamin b12 supplements available.
Oral supplements include tablets and fortified foods.
Vitamin B12 is also available in the injection form. It has been used widely by clinicians as a reliable source to treat vitamin B12 deficiency.
How is the vitamin B12 injection given?
The vitamin B12 injection is given as an intramuscular injection in the upper arm (Deltoid muscle). The medication used is Hydroxocobalamin 1000mcg/ml ampoule. The injection is administered by Uk registered pharmacist or pharmacy technicians who have completed special training in the administration of intramuscular injections.
If you are unwell on the day of your appointment or the pharmacist finds that the b12 injection is not appropriate through this service, they will either reschedule your appointment or sign-post you to another service such as your GP, NHS 111 or the A&E.
Who can get the vitamin B12 injection?
Through this service, individuals aged 18 years and over can book the b12 injection online. You will be asked to complete a short online medical questionnaire.
If you have certain medical conditions or take certain medications then you will be prompted with a message that this service is not suitable for you. This does not mean that you cannot have a B12 injection, it just means that it is not possible to assess the suitability of the injection for you through this service.
What are some of the adverse effects of the B12 injection?
In general, vitamin b12 injection has a good safety record. Like any other injection, some people might experience redness, soreness and pain around the injection site. This will usually resolve within 1-2 days. If you experience these or any other adverse effects and the symptoms persist or get worst, contact your GP or NHS 111.
How to book your Vitamin B12 injection in Tooting Bec?
To book your vitamin b12 injection appointment in Tooting Bec, simply complete the online consultation and select a date and time for the injection at the pharmacy. Once your consultation has been approved, you will be notified by email and you will be asked to attend your booked appointment.
For more information on the b12 injection service, please check the FAQs and the blog section.