The four forms (vitamins) of B12 are all deeply red colored crystals and water solutions, due to the color of the cobalt-corrin complex (biologically relevant enzyme, it is the "core" of vitamin B12)
But does this mean that B12 shots, in which a nurse injects a vile of B12 into your hip or buttocks, is a good solution to this growing problem
Which one to choose Pick the B12 IM injection when: You only want B12, not hydration or other vitamins You want the fastest, lowest-cost visit You are on a regular B12 cadence (weekly, biweekly, monthly) and want it to be a quick stop Your physician has flagged low or low-normal B12 on bloodwork and recommended supplementation Pick the IV with B12 added when: You also want fluids (post-travel, post-event, training recovery) You want a broader vitamin and mineral panel in the same session You are coming in for a Myers Cocktail or hydration drip already, and adding B12 is a small marginal cost You want to combine B12 with glutathione or a NAD+ session What clients actually do at Dripology Most regulars use both at different times
Corresponding Ontario Health Technology Advisory Committee recommendations and other associated reports are also published on the Health Quality Ontario website
