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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
Where to find Vitamin B12 For people who have a deficiency, vitamin B12 injections can be administered by a qualified healthcare professional (per Anazoa MD)
Researchers have applied the peptide in models that simulate disruption to tendons, ligaments, muscle fibers, and bone-adjacent structures
It is also not known whether vitamin B12 can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproduction capacity