The most common adverse events are gastrointestinal: nausea (occurring in 12-33% of subjects depending on dose), diarrhea, constipation, and decreased appetite
Difficulty walking, maintaining balance, and swollen, inflamed tongue: Difficulty with physical coordination can sometimes be caused by a deficiency of Vitamin B12
Clinical Indications for Higher IV Dosages For very severe cases, like serious neurological problems, higher doses of IV vitamin B12 might be needed
Vitamin B12 is required for the function and development of many parts of the body, including the brain, nerves, and blood cells
Untreated B12 deficiency causes peripheral neuropathy (tingling, numbness, balance issues) and, in severe cases, cognitive decline
Yes, in a non-facility setting when the E/M service is separately identifiable from the injection work