This is normal, but might surprise users more familiar with B12 injections
Advanced dosing strategies for experienced users Once you have gone through the standard titration and found a dose that works, there are several strategies that experienced users and prescribers employ to optimize outcomes further
Most medical documents indicate you might experience any of these: Mild diarrhea and/or upset stomach Difficulty breathing or swallowing Weight loss or weight gain Nervousness or restlessness Nausea or vomiting Headaches or migraines Paresthesias (tingling sensations) Rhinitis (chronic sneezing or a congested, drippy nose) Skin reactions, such as rash, itching, swelling, blisters, or pain at the site of injection Light joint pain Lightheadedness or dizziness Chest pain or discomfort Low blood potassium levels Irregular heartbeat Chills, night sweats, fever, or hot flushes General feeling of sickness However, people often fail to recognize that many side effects of vitamin B12 injections are consistent with B12 deficiency itself
Cycles last 8 to 12 weeks followed by 4 to 8 weeks off