How to give yourself a B12 shot

This is a short video I put together for my patients who need to give themselves B12 shots. In this video, I am using a 1", 25G needle.

[@hazenpearson9544]

this seriously was so amazingly helpful. feels a little sore after doing mine but it’s my first and i was a little nervous. honestly not bad at all. the scratching totally helps and the accomplishment you feel after is so worth it. if you see this comment. you can DO IT! i’m so anxious to see if this will help my fatigue

[@Ty13136]

Wasn't it painful as the drug is going in ??? Please reply... It's too painful for me doing b12

[@elizabethowen7205]

Thanks for explaining how to get the medicine to draw up into the syringe. You're the only video I've checked that explained that! Much appreciated.🙂

[@jeanette761]

The best tutorial for giving oneself an injection! The others I’ve watched scared me to death . I appreciate you being so calm as it definitely calmed me down . Thanks so much !

[@charmainedenver2805]

Thank you I was struggling and your scrape distraction method saved the day!

[@susancaraway4950]

After watching your video, this was the best injection I've given myself! Thank you for making it!

[@Josh-uf7ws]

Thank you!! I've been putting off my shot for over a month, and finally did it today. The stretching of the skin and scratching was a super helpful tip. Seriously, I'm deathly afraid of needles, if I was able to do it, so can you. Believe it!!

[@user-pk5pl7ox1e]

Well done! I just can't get myself to YET and I really really need to!

[@TheCurtisdavies]

hi how often should I get them? it’s ok just my local place charge like £150, so quite expensive but i’m desperate to get more energy again & my life back

[@JeDiMaster190]

@@TheCurtisdaviesdo u have b12 deficiency?

[@JeDiMaster190]

​@@TheCurtisdaviesin case u do its about once every alternate day till u complete six doses Than u can continue with tablets once a month

[@DumplingKa]

Thank you so much for walking through it with us! Really appreciate it.

[@flatlander6442]

I DID IT!!!! Thank you, Laurie and all of you that commented with supportive, encouraging testimonies! I didn't realize how nervous I was until it came down to it. Ahh. . .relief. No pain at all. It was just in my head!

[@TheCurtisdavies]

hi how often should I get them? it’s ok just my local place charge like £150, so quite expensive but i’m desperate to get more energy again & my life back

[@vanessafinlay]

What size needle did you use?

[@flatlander6442]

@@TheCurtisdaviesMy doctor recommends once a month for three months and then have a blood test showing the levels.

[@flatlander6442]

@@vanessafinlayFor the muscular shot for the Vit. B12 that I used from the pharmacy (doctor Rx) the syringe was 3mL and 23 gauge. I have also given myself daily B12 injections with a much smaller insulin syringe with B12 that I ordered via mail. These were micro doses that I did for about one month. I used Cyanocobalamin from the doctor's Rx with the once a month injection and larger intramuscular needle; used methylcobalamin with the insulin needle daily (it's more subcutaneous with the shorter needle). The insulin syringe was 31 gauge x 5/16" -- 0.3mL

[@flatlander6442]

@@vanessafinlayThe intramuscular needle was a 23 gauge, I believe.

[@cultivatingcivicconversations]

Thank you. My husband unexpectedly died in May and, even though the nurses have shown me twice, I had trouble with this. Did it just fine after watching this video. ❤

[@lamasworld3808]

Did he die because of this injection?

[@riddirahman2346]

So sorry for your terrible loss! I’m sure he would be proud of you continuing to do it for yourself!

[@LalisasToxicHusband]

What does that have to do with anything? Or is he the one who used to give you the shots?

[@Joannabanana1989]

Sorry for your loss! My partner gives me all my shots too. It is hard to learn on your own!

[@bigtrippy4970]

Sorry for your loss.

[@hannahchase1170]

Thank you!! Thank you!! Absolutely painless & no discomfort after the injection. This has completely cured my anxiety that I deal with leading up to giving myself a shot.

[@dav3917]

Very informative, well spoken and clear instructions ...great job

[@kathieowen]

This was the best tutorial. Thank you. I love the scratch distraction!!!❤

[@fredcampbell9237]

Thank you. The hardest part is just doing it the first time. Once you've done it, it's not as bad as you thought it would be. Thank you for your video. Seeing you do it motivated me to do it.

[@Jacoe413]

I just did my first one today... it was hard to get past the mental block. But it didn't hurt at all.

[@user-pk5pl7ox1e]

​@@Jacoe413I need to do this!

[@maiyurydiaz5771]

Thank you! The explanation was perfect! Not to much, just to the point. Thank you!

[@SWS1493]

Thank you,thank you!! Followed your instructions. Complete painless success! Can’t believe it. 😊

[@kathleenrobertson6793]

Thank you sooo much for your instructions..very helpful.

[@loveleehair]

This video is amazing!!!! I have been so shaky and scared to do my own but following step by step, ESPECIALLY THE SCRATCHING TO DISTRACT!!! GENIUS!! Thank you for doing this!

[@user-pk5pl7ox1e]

Have you done it yet? I need to do too!

[@TheCurtisdavies]

hi how often should I get them? it’s ok just my local place charge like £150, so quite expensive but i’m desperate to get more energy again & my life back

[@lilitincher4973]

Thank you! Great technique. I will really try. I don't know what it is. I'm in the medical field and can do almost anything...except give myself a shot! O.o

[@LenkaSaratoga]

Dear Sweet Wonderful Lady Thank you so much for a quick lesson in self-administering B12 🙏💚

[@Loriannl7]

Thank you so much. You are a gift!!

[@michealhodge5202]

Ty is very simple and easy to flow

[@juliepadgett9403]

Thank you for your demo. I am new to doing these at home but like the time and money I am going to free up being self sufficient.

[@AbdelAziz0205]

So smart....that scratching thing is genius.

[@katiel6229]

Thank you. I'm supposed to do my first one tomorrow. I thought I HAD to do it in my upper arm, because that's where my Doctor injected the first one.. I've been trying to figure out how on earth I was going to manage that by myself, so I'm glad I saw this. Great advice. Thank you!

[@karenmiranda6087]

Thank you, I was extremely nervous to do it, saw your video and done, less than 10 seconds, didn’t even notice it 😂

[@torivancamp218]

this was super helpful, thank you!

[@bonnierodger7719]

Thank you for your video, great help.

[@lemonpeelangelfish]

Thank you Laurie - excellent video and very reassuring x

[@GwynWalker]

Thank you for these great tips!

[@samacluvinoz]

Thank you so much I was so scared of the pain but the distracting nail helped tremendously

[@tereo1166]

Muchas gracias por la explicacion!!☺

[@user-ks5gh6xd7h]

Super helpful! Thank you very much.

[@cindyr2815]

Same! Thank you. It was my first time doing it on my own and I have always been scared of doing it on my own. Didn’t hurt.

[@debraellis9914]

Thank you! This is very helpful.

[@97thejackman]

Thank you You explained perfectly

[@joannes.4845]

Thank you. Still nervous but more confident now!

[@twilight79010]

Thank you! I needed to give myself a different injection on my stomach, but this was very helpful to calm my nerves.

[@katalinmcewan]

This was super helpful, thanks! I love the distraction. I may pluck up the courage in a moment to do it. Anyone watching from the UK, Dr Myhill sells B12 in her store.

[@paulbenish8982]

I’ve done many injections in the ventroglute (hip) I find it to be the easiest spot, and pain free. You can also draw back on the full syringe and replace with a new sharp needle of a smaller gauge. 30 works. Just twist the old one off. It will be dulled from the rubber stopper

[@rebeccalewis9480]

WOW!! I was SO nervous, but I didn't feel a thing!!!! THANK YOU!!! ❤️❤❤❤😊😊😊😊😊

[@GURU714_OC]

Your a hero 🦸‍♀️!

[@takemeaway99]

Thank you so much! I really had no idea what I am doing.

[@saratahersara]

Thank you so much , im supposed to take a shot on monthly bases and your video helped me alot

[@ladydawn7059]

Thank you. I'll be giving myself injections and I'm a little nervous. Seems painful unlike prefilled injections. I may be wrong but your video was helpful and I'm going to try your technique to administer my injections.

[@Heavenisburning1]

Thank you! That was amazing

[@stellageorgopoulos3735]

I can't believe it!!! I did it!!! Thank you so much!

[@angelafullergrace3837]

Awesome thanks for the tutorial

[@necuvise12]

Great tip with distraction. Have done it smoothly. Cheers!

[@user-oz3ng4kd9k]

Didn't know about stretching the skin and the fingernail scratch. But by golly it works. Thanks !! ♥

[@garyburger9264]

I like the distraction finger move. Thats a good idea.

[@jacquelineballard6846]

Thank you! I’ve been putting it in my arm but my arm hurts later in the day. i am going to try my leg like you did.

[@fredlarge8209]

Thanks, Laurie, that was great. Drawing the serum was a pain, I like your system.

[@mahalarainmaker5225]

Thank you. Gonna try to do it myself.

[@saltlifegull4091]

Excellent!

[@laurenjordaan4996]

This worked amazing for me thank u. No pain n now i can do it myself

[@amalm.6740]

Thank you so much 🙏😊

[@sylviaballard7045]

thank you!

[@maurocaminiti668]

Thank you so much for sharing

[@jossuero]

Thank you!

[@jillrice5516]

It works!!! Thank you so very much :)

[@CZebelle]

Thank you!!

[@Dinestein]

Thank you! I am ordering some B12 and complex B today and I am kinda scared but I will following your directions and keep them handy.

[@BetCfit]

Where are you ordering from?

[@samarrefaei5494]

Thank youu so much! ❤

[@diabeticguy]

Thank you for the film. I have had the base dosage of 6 shots and the next one in June 2024 I am expected to do it myself. So I am very grateful for your guidance video. I alread inject insulin but the B12 syringe is at least 5 X longer. Reticent doesn't cover what I am feeling.

[@dawnwalker7170]

Thank you for doing video

[@bushradyaab4211]

Thank you Thank you🙏

[@Radgelol]

Thank you

[@imakeajiffypuff4525]

This is the BEST tutorial - thank you so much! I've always had my husband give me my shots, but I told myself I needed to learn to do it myself bc he would always hurt me. Your video is the only one I could find that actually made sense!! Thank you so much!

[@TheCurtisdavies]

hi how often should I get them? it’s ok just my local place charge like £150, so quite expensive but i’m desperate to get more energy again & my life back

[@imakeajiffypuff4525]

@TheCurtisdavies You need to discuss that with your doctor, but I take a shot every 2 weeks. I am thankful my insurance covers most of the cost. For me, B12 injections are a necessity. My body does not naturally absorb B12, and it causes me numerous health problems if I dont get the injections. If it isn't a real necessity, that could be why insurance doesn't cover it. I dont know your situation or the type of insurance you have, but best of luck to you.

[@yosephmayfield8]

Thank you I’m about to do my first TRT shot and b12 injection and I’m so nervous

[@coolchoicebro]

Thank you I was looking for a decent spot to inject

[@jenniferchambers549]

Thanks! I did it!!!😊

[@gt9537]

TY!👍

[@iamLeBlu]

Thanks

[@CanDuNietteR]

what a tough woman.. big needle too.. I always get nurse visit!!!

[@jamesmonroe2808]

Cute too. Forgive me, I am an 83 year old man.

[@worldlamy1]

Love it first time I see on thigh good and easy looks thank you

[@Lar308]

Thanks - my doctor was charging me €60 a pop for those injections so on a 5 week course that's €300.

[@mmedeuxchevaux]

very helpful. but how on earth did you poke it into your skin for the very first time? I can't fathom doing this. Does it hurt? How far do you need to push in the needle?

[@willthornton4391]

Just interested in how many mcgs do you inject ? Thanks Will

[@cskiles318]

Wow thank you. I did it right other than getting it out of the bottle. As I was searching I see ppl buy this without a prescription is there a differnce?

[@StMarieShannon]

How far in do you put the needle... And do you get all the air out the needle?

[@tbone5911]

I need someone in Pensacola to help me with that. It always hurts after

[@a.joegevara3519]

I just started these, pharmacy wanted $13 for a syringe! Bought a box of 50 for $25. Good advice, I didn't know about adding the air to pressurize it and struggle to get it all out. Question; I'm not sure about the propper way to dispose? I cap the needle and put everything back inside the prescription bottle that my vial came in, I've only used 2, they're still sitting in my bathroom. Can they just be tossed in the trash?

[@mimilonsky718]

The nurse showed me how to apply on my belly. I did not know I can do it in my legs. It looks way easier. My B12 has B6 pre-filled. Can I do still in my legs? Thank you!!!

[@AnnieBoBannie421]

Does the needle go all the way in? Like 100% if the needle? All the way to the hilt? Do I push the plunger in and release all the b12 when needle is all the way in or do I release it a little bit as I’m pulling it out? I’m terrified to do my own shots!!….. I’m not scared if needles , but I cannot seem to do this… I’m getting my courage up… what if I panic and break the needle? I’m sweating bullets just thinking about it….. thanks. (Signed not a baby but maybe toddler-ish? At 50 yrs old 🤣🤣)

[@gigiweakley5198]

I just started doing my B12 shots at home myself, today is the first day and I have tried and tried. I have followed you step by step and nothing, nothing will come out and yes the nurse showed me how to do the shots and I did fine but today I'm due for my shot and I have tried multiple times and absolutely nothing will come out

[@swhiting100]

I need to inject into a vein as opposed to a muscle - my B12 shots are leaving a lumpiness in the skin. I can get it injected by IV in Thailand but not in the UK, hence the question.

[@natanyarosee]

I’ve seen both people both pull the skin like you did and pinch it. What’s the difference for giving injections?

[@JudahTribe-lt3ur]

Those quad shots hurt like hell!

[@Hunee-]

Thank you for this video. I’m having a panic attack trying to do this.

[@fsuarez01]

What scares me is how do you know how deep to put in that needle?

[@ashley-yz3hm]

the whole needle! ❤

[@mariahandmeela16]

The was the same thing I was confused on.....

[@Jacoe413]

The whole length of the needle.

[@javiermartinezjr8849]

Not being perv But picture you but cheek witha. Grid, not pretend what would be the middle (target bulleseye 🎯) of your cheek, dont think about it in relation to your hand or how you feel, literally imagine your butt cheek andbullseye, and put all the way andnjust inject not fast not slow just normal, take out press and rub I said butt, because biggesy muscle, no danger of hitinf a vein or blood and brusing etc, or it balling up Tons of veins you cant see only feel on your. Thighs esoecially, biceps even You can even do it trough your boxers just swab your area firsr etf incase you feel wierd looking at your butt , or have a freind do it that you trust because your scared of needles Just press down pressure for thirty seconss then clean , rub rub run down and no . Ball brusing should appear, please dont muscle your shoulder arm or lega especially legs unless you know what your doing just start with glutes like drs do it when busy they give the nurses the shot and rhey do rhe glute vs a dr might go for your arm, they know the anatomy better where as nurses ehhh lol butt cheek can't make you weep a nurse told me when i was q teen and. Self. Conscious lol she though i was scared of w shot no i was scared of a pretty lqdy lookin at. My chubby mexixan hairy(for allni know i mean ive never gotten a chance to look my butt nor do i intend to lol) hope helped

[@irnbru22]

Dont use the whole needle cause if it breaks you then have a needle in your muscle and if that happens your fckd. Imagine flexing your leg and the needles just tearing up your quad. Nasty buisness leave enough out so if it does cause it can then your able to pull it without panic setting in.

[@michaelflores572]

Hello, what size gauge and length needle did you use. Thank you

[@StephaniexShit]

I’ve been injecting in my stomach and I feel like it pools underneath the skin. I definitely bruise, usually not always but it is always sore. Does that sound normal? We get our vitamin B from the Caribbean over the counter.

[@gerrygizzygarcia2572]

What are the benefits of it? Can it help lower back pain

[@jackbaker3244]

Is this product available over the counter in the US? If so where can I order it?

[@comtrader7]

Let me just say that while this gave me the courage to give myself a shot in the top of my thigh, it hurt like a son-of-a-gun! And bled quite a lot! So I must of hit a nerve and possibly an artery? I'm not sure. Now I'm not nearly as confident about doing this again, but I need to be. Because my arms, especially at my elbows are cold and asleep when I awaken in the morning. I survived the shot and didn't seek any medical attention. The bleeding stopped about 3 min afterwards. The pain is about 70% better and it's been 5 1/2 hours. Still not as bad as when the nurse hit my sciatic nerve giving me a B12 shot in the hip, so professionals are not always the better route. Phlebotomists certainly can't seem to draw blood worth a darn these days and they have bruised myself and my mother and it hurts us quite badly. I think I will have my husband give me the next one and then hope to be brave enough to give it to myself again. He says it hurts him when he does it to himself, so that is why I wanted to learn, especially since all the new latest and greatest prescriptions are now injectable, like the one my husband and a friend of mine have just been prescribed. Some additional suggestions. Try to get as much air out of the needle as possible. This video by the VA kzbin.info/www/bejne/nH6oi5eEpMl6g5I shows at 2:26 seconds, exactly where your muscle in your leg and hip are and if giving in the thigh it is best to go off to the side just a bit and not directly on top of your leg. At 4 min on the VA video it shows how to best get the air out of the needle which IS IMPORTANT! Despite all the pain and blood I'm still glad I watched this video and got the courage to do it myself. I WILL try again, just a little differently. Thank you for this video and best wishes to everyone that needs shots to maintain their health and well-being.

[@hanschristianbrando5588]

The trick to injecting the thigh is to resist tightening it. Sometimes it's easier to do it in the butt--not the butt cheek like in cartoons but the upper outer quadrant, the muscle between the butt cheek and the hip. If you do it right, you don't feel it at all, and that way you don't see the needle going in.

[@jenniferjobson8682]

Is there a certain time of day that the B12 injection should be done?

[@rosedavis7274]

If you have an air bubble will it hurt you or do you have to release the air bubble before giving the shot?

[@Blobs44]

Ok but there's still pain in my muscle? It feels like it's cramped, after putting .5cc in doing this method. Is it supposed to feel like that? I'll see how long it takes to go away

[@hollyc9135]

I was told NOT to inject into a muscle by two nurses. I've been injecting into my stomach fat. Which is better and why?

[@Ynned2013]

Hi there, i have a question, my husban injects himself with b 12, i decided to try a b 12 shot for my nervousness,after research on the web. Since he has done it to Himself I let him do my shot. It was on my thigh way above my knee, ir stung during and when He pulled out the needle.I notice B12 juice or blood coming.Of course we apply pressure and it was all okay, I was laying on the bed and when I got up to walk. I felt my leg weak and also I felt like if I didn't walk on it That weakness would continue and i wouldnt be able to move. I Believe I was just sore since it is intramuscular shot. But, but my question is, why do I still feel in a way sore after a month of the shot? I have kneeled down where my thigh streches and I feel like a tearing burning sensation, in that area,what is the cause of it? Is that normal? I cant even do much of a quad strech without feeling burning tearing sensation. Please help thank you