Type of injections

[Mrsannabbott]

I have obtained cyancobalamin by post by mistake.Can I use this safely to self inject? I normally suplement my 2mthly GP injection with hydroxocobalamin.Would be grateful for advice as I think that I have been a bit stupid and bought the wrong B12.Many thanks.

[Gambit62 Administrator]

yes you can use it - not a problem

People differ quite a lot in how long they retain different types of B12 - in general people don't retain cyanocobalamin as long so you might find that you need to use it a little more frequently - but some people can retain cyano longer than hydroxo so its still a case of listening to your symptoms

[Mrsannabbott in reply to Gambit62]

Thank you so much Gambit62, I thought I had wasted quite a lot of money.I only use it as a top up in between the 2mthly jab.

Thank you too for such a prompt reply.Very best wishes for a happy and healthy 2019.

[pvanderaa]

I use cyano weekly. Perfectly safe. Possibly monitor for eye issues as some people with Lebers disease can’t take cyano.

Hydroxo is typically given every three months with some needing it monthly.

Cyano is typically given monthly 1ml of 1000mcg/ml but some, like me, need it weekly.

Both hydroxo and cyano are analogues and are converted in the body to methyl and adenosyl for use in the cells.

[Mrsannabbott in reply to pvanderaa]

Thank you pvanderaa, I didn’t know about Lebers disease.This helpful site is a great source of information.Your email gave me extra reassurance.

[spacey1]

I buy the cyano by choice, as I find it stings less when it goes in. I may be just imagining that though! In any case, it works just fine. I use it maybe once a week or so.

[Mrsannabbott in reply to spacey1]

Thank you spacey1..I will find out when I first use it.