Amounts of vitamin B12 that are recommended by the Food and Nutrition Board, National Academy of Science-National Research Council for pregnant women (4 mcg daily) should be consumed during pregnancy
Vitamin B12 is sensitive to heat, light, and air exposure, so storing the vials properly is essential to maintain potency
Each method has its own way of doing things
Yes, you can give yourself vitamin B12 shots at home if a doctor teaches you how
[20] Thanks Your doctor or nurse will be more than happy to do the injections for you if you just don't feel comfortable doing it yourself.Thanks Things You'll Need Prescribed vitamin B12 solution Clean syringe and needle Rubbing alcohol Cotton balls Bandages A puncture proof container References About This Article To give a B12 injection, start by cleaning the injection site, such as the upper arm or thigh, with a cotton ball dipped in rubbing alcohol to sterilize the area
Adequate and well-controlled studies have not been done in pregnant women