Most often, the vein selected for the procedure will be in the patients arm (just below the elbow), the back of the patients hand, or in some circumstances, in the patients foot
A common protocol involves administering 1,000 mcg of B12 weekly for 4 to 8 weeks, depending on the deficiencys severity and the patients response
Read the source-cited SLU-PP-332 research overview and evidence limitations.
Diagnosis: Pernicious anemia/B12 deficiency
Initial signs of response typically appear by week 3-4, with meaningful results developing through weeks 5-8
Optic Nerve Atrophy: Administering cyanocobalamin to patients with Leber's disease or hereditary optic nerve atrophy should be done cautiously, as it may worsen the condition