Hydroxocobalamin is the standard UK preparation, administered intramuscularly for conditions like pernicious anaemia and gastrointestinal malabsorption B12 acts as a cofactor in DNA synthesis, red blood cell formation, and nervous system function, supporting energy metabolism pathways Common side effects include injection site reactions, mild gastrointestinal upset, and temporary urine discolouration, with serious reactions being rare NHS access requires GP assessment with blood tests
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Improper storage could lead to vitamin degradation (losing potency) or increased risk of injection site reactions (if contaminants or precipitates form), so patients and providers should take the storage guidelines seriously
For these patients, methylated B12 is profoundly more effective