Importing ampoules after Brexit

[Cetus]

In the days before Brexit I used to buy B-12 ampoules from Versandapo, MyCare, Bodfeld, etc.

I got a big supply of B-12 to see me through the Covid pandemic, so I haven't bought any for a couple of years

Are there now additional taxes to pay after Brexit? Who is responsible for them: the seller or the customer?

Any info would be welcome! Thank you.

[wedgewood]

No additional taxes to pay as long as the sum involved is less than £? I’ve forgotten the sum , but purchase of B12 for normal use is not affected . It’s about £300.00 I think .

You will find that our favourite ampoule Panpharma ( previously Rotexmedica) B12 Depot ( Hydroxocobalamin) is virtually unobtainable now .

Some German online pharmacies have given up selling to U.K. , because since Brexit , they have to cope with customs forms. , which previously was unnecessary.

[wedgewood]

HOW TO OBTAINB12 (Hydroxocobalamin) AMPOULES FROM REGISTERED GERMAN ONLINE PHARMACIES 

Things have changed regarding ordering b12Depot ampoules( Hydroxocobalamin ) which is what is used by the NHS in U.K. 

I use apohealth.de They do not  charge for delivery , You can choose to have the site in English ( bottom left ) . Pay with Paypal or card .

versandapo.de You need Google Chrome for translation . 

There are a few other German online pharmacies that deliver to U.K.  I will add these when I find out  Always good to have an alternative .

Some of the pharmacies that supply Amazon.de with Pascoe B12 depot ampoukes and Hevert b12depot ampoules do supply U.K. , but not all. 

You can’t use the reference numbers to order from Amazon.de 

You have to use the brand names .

I advise registering , This makes subsequent ordering simple.  Put your country in FIRST by clicking on the drop-down country list . Your post-code and the rest of your address will then be accepted . 

You can use the following  reference numbers to order 

Packet of 10 Pascoe B12 depot Hydroxocobalamin single use ampoules 1.5mg x1ml —07568672 

Ditto 100 ampoules 07568695

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Packet of 10 Hevert B12 depot Hydroxocobalamin single use ampoules -1mg x 2ml 06078368 

Ditto 100 ampoules.06078380

Unfortunately our favourite ampoules , the Panpharma brand B12 depot -Hydroxocobalamin ( previously Rotexmedica ) are at the moment unobtainable. 

The above brands  work very well but are unfortunately more expensive than Panpharma  .  But when needs must………. 

Best wishes . 

[Clare184]

I've just ordered some from Amazon.de following Wedgewood's links, 10 ampoules plus delivery cost about £22.50. It's been a while since I ordered any as I only SI every 2 months between NHS ones but I don't think they've gone up a huge amount in price, obviously cheaper overall if you buy in bulk but no additional taxes etc were added

[Pixielula]

I have just ordered 100 ampoules of cyano from Amazon.d for £56 has been dispatched but not delivered yet

[Cherylclaire Forum Support]

wedgewood 's information is always good up-to-date and reliable.

I have now opted for Pascoe - which is 1.5mg - so stronger than the Panpharma which was 1mg. This means that although you pay more for them, you can probably space them out a little longer.

I injected Panpharma previously with a 2-day break, now use Pascoe with a 3-day break.

What I have noticed is that the B12 spots have returned - strange because I haven't had them since the start of B12 injections. I have also been aware that I have more energy, less patience and restless sleep - likely I haven't got used to using the surplus energy in a useful way yet (?)

Still a work in progress.

I hope you have a successful shopping trip.

[Motheroflittle in reply to Cherylclaire]

Hi Cheyrlclaire,

I also ordered the Pascoe depot just waiting on delivery. It takes a while coming to US from Germany. I am a little nervous as I have never tried the Hydroxo just Cyano. I could use more energy but I don't need to be any less patient than I am!

What are the B12 spots that you get?

I have mild petechiae but I had it before the injections and still get them even after a year of injections. Mine are not clusters just single blood spots far apart.

[Cherylclaire Forum Support in reply to Motheroflittle]

These are spots that relate to the introduction of injected B12 - usually seen when treatment begins. Like acne. They are found around the hairline and on the face. Sometimes neck, and intrusively, in ear canal ! Then after a few days, they just go.

Seems after a while, they just stop coming. Rarely, there are people here who report this continuing to be a problem. Not everyone gets them.

I have had the occasional return after a bit of a setback.

They don't really bother me as I'm not a teenager and it is an indication that at least something is happening ! So, to me, a good sign. They are a fairly common B12 reaction initially - in fact I don't know of any other B12 reaction occurring, although some here react to different brands. This is more likely due to the mix or variance in percentages of other ingredients.

I actually like Pascoe, as I don't need to inject so often, and I think I will get used to it. I can't compare this with cyanocobalamin as I've never had that.

[Motheroflittle in reply to Cherylclaire]

Thanks Cheryclaire.