Because pyridoxine HCl Injection is a water-soluble vitamin preparation, it does not typically cause systemic toxicity at recommended dosages
While most people are not deficient in B vitamins (since these vitamins can be easily obtained from foods), older people and those taking medication to reduce stomach acid may be low in B-12 and taking it can help slow age-related decline in memory
Age-related considerations Clinical trials included adults across a range of ages, but specific data on elderly populations is limited
Each ml Contains : Cyanocobalamin 1000Mcg, Benzyl Alcohol 1.5%, Sodium Chloride for Isotonicity, Sodium Acetate and Acetic Acid As Buffers, Sodium Hydroxide and/or Hydrochloric Acid To Adjust pH and Water for Injection
The most common type used in UK pharmacies is hydroxocobalamin , which is the version recommended by the NHS for treating B12 deficiency