Question:
Shots or Sublingual

I recently got lab work done and all appeared fine with the exception of my b12 levels. My PCP said looks like I would need to learn to give myself shots. I'm not so sure about that one. I've heard of the B12 liquid and the type that you put under your tongue. My question is are these all equally as effective? Are the shots better? I have no signs of anemia, just low b12 levels.    — Shona M. (posted on July 23, 2002)

July 23, 2002
My surgeon and his nutritionist both say that either the 1000 mcg B-12 shot or the 500 mcg sublingual tablet will be equally effective.
   — John Rushton

July 23, 2002
I was taking the sublingual tablets, but switched to the liquid. I couldn't believe the boost in my energy levels! I just put it under my tongue every morning. It is a lot faster than the sublinguals which I always tended to chew before they could dissolve. (How many licks does it take to get to the center of a Tootsie Pop? Three! =)
   — ctyst

July 23, 2002
I love my shots. I go to the Dr's office once a week right now to get them and I feel 100% better. More energy etc. I work very close to my Dr's office and it is convenient for me. Have not tried the other forms.
   — Dawn L.

July 23, 2002
You might want to start with shots to get your levels up into normal ranges fast. But then try the other options (not swallow type pills) and get labs to confirm if they are holding you steady. I don't do liquids or sublinugals (just personal prefrence) so I do the shots. Much easier for me. And it is easy. I was scared to DEATH to try it and when I finally did, it was SOOOOOO nothing.
   — vitalady

May 27, 2003
I have been taking sublingual B-12 with folic acid and recently had bloodwork done. My B-12 level was greater than 2000, so I am cutting back on it! Guess it works for me, but then YMMV (your mileage may vary!)
   — koogy