Cyanocobalamin is used to treat or prevent vitamin B12 deficiency caused by dietary deficiencies, certain types of anemias, pregnancy, and other disease states. Cyanocobalamin injections for maintenance therapy are conveniently dosed just once a month and are injected into the muscle or deep under the skin.
- Used to treat or prevent vitamin B12 deficiency
- Dosed as 1 mL into the muscle or deep under the skin once a month
- Easily self-administered into the muscle of the upper, outer thigh. May also use the deltoid of the upper arm or the gluteal muscle if someone else is administering the injection for you.
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Side Effects
Side effects may include headache, weakness or lack of energy, signs of a common cold and nausea.
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