Important Safety Information Do not use AOD-9604 if you: Have a known allergy to growth hormone fragments or any component of the formulation Have been diagnosed with active cancer or have a history of malignancy (use only under medical supervision) Are pregnant or breastfeeding (safety data is lacking) Have severe uncontrolled diabetes or metabolic disorders without medical supervision Common side effects may include: Injection site reactions, mild headaches, temporary fatigue, or slight dizziness during initial use
not FDA-approved
Summary of Key Points The VA rates plantar fasciitis at 10%, 20%, or 30% based on whether one or both feet are affected, and whether there is no relief from both non-surgical and surgical treatment A 40% VA rating for plantar fasciitis applies only when there is actual loss of use of the foot
22,23 In patients with a normal or low-normal serum vitamin B 12 level, complete blood count results demonstrating macrocytosis, or suspected clinical manifestations, a serum methylmalonic acid level is an appropriate next step 1,2,6,18 and is a more direct measure of vitamin B 12 's physiologic activity