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Essential Functions of Vitamin B12 in Adult Health Vitamin B12 helps make red blood cells and DNA
Quality varies significantly between sources, and independent testing for purity and potency is not consistently available
B12 Injection Frequency Protocol: Daily to Monthly Regimens The frequency of vitamin B12 injections depends on how severe the deficiency is and how well the patient responds
For patients seeking weight loss who request B12 injections, GPs should: Assess for genuine deficiency through appropriate blood tests rather than empirical treatment Provide education about the lack of evidence supporting B12 for weight loss in non-deficient individuals Explore underlying concerns about weight and energy levels, addressing these through appropriate channels Signpost to evidence-based resources such as NHS weight management services according to local pathways Patients should contact their GP if they experience unexplained fatigue, neurological symptoms (numbness, tingling, balance problems), or signs of anaemia (pallor, breathlessness, palpitations), as these may indicate B12 deficiency requiring investigation