Most people can get enough vitamin B12 in foods they eat already, such as fish, meat poultry, eggs, dairy products, and foods that are fortified with B12 (like some breakfast cereals)
For patients interested in a broader evaluation, spring is an excellent time for a comprehensive nutrient panel as part of a seasonal wellness reset especially if lingering fatigue and low energy have carried over from winter
However, this should never come at the price of causing harm to patients
With a 3.33mg/mL concentration, a 2.4mg dose requires 72 units, which needs a 1.0mL (100 unit) syringe
Any clinical benefit or outcome depends on the medication being reconstituted, the patient's medical condition, and the professional judgment of the treating healthcare provider
Using patient reported outcomes in diabetes research and practice: recommendations from a national workshop