These include: Metformin (used for diabetes or PCOS) Proton Pump Inhibitors (used for acid reflux or GERD) H2 Blockers Birth control pills Certain antibiotics If youre taking these medications long-term, particularly in combination, regular B12 injections might be beneficial
B12 injections do not directly melt fat or force the body to lose weight on its own
Low NAD+ links to age-related diseases like cardiovascular issues, metabolic disorders, neurodegeneration, and cancer.[3][16] For example, in Alzheimer's models, NAD+ depletion exacerbates amyloid plaque formation and neuronal death
For some individuals, the effects of a B12 injection may be more subtle or gradual, while for others, the effects may be more immediate and noticeable
The MHRA advises checking B12 levels in patients taking metformin who develop symptoms of deficiency or have risk factors, with periodic monitoring in at-risk patients