B12 injections are generally well-tolerated with mild injection site reactions, though rare hypersensitivity and hypokalaemia can occur, particularly when initiating treatment for severe deficiency
They also have the potential to address the psychological barriers which can discourage patients from seeking treatment
While this effect appears to be related to the magnitude and rapidity of glucose lowering rather than a direct effect of the medication itself, patients with a history of diabetic retinopathy should undergo careful ophthalmologic evaluation before and during treatment, and the potential risks should be weighed against the expected benefits of improved glycemic control
A diet rich in nutrient-dense foods, healthy fats, and lean proteins can enhance peptide efficacy by providing the essential building blocks for cellular repair and hormone production
Bacteriostatic Water for Injection is pharmacologically inactive aside from the preservative, but the safety of benzyl alcohol in pregnancy has not been established