Vitamin Injections common side effects include but are not limited to:
- Risks: I understand there is risk of mild diarrhea, upset stomach, constipation, nausea, a feeling of pain and a warm sensation at the site of the injection, a feeling, or a sense, of being swollen over the entire body, headache and joint pain.
- If any of these side effects become severe or troublesome I will contact my physician immediately.
- I understand that although rare Vitamin injections can result in serious side effects. Although this is a relatively rare occurrence, anyone taking Vitamin injections should be aware of the possibility. Uncommon side effects are much more serious than the common side effects of Vitamin injections, and such side effects should be reported to a physician to be evaluated for seriousness. Uncommon and dangerous side effects include:
• severe headache
• abnormal bleeding
• chest pain
• flushed face
• chills
• fever
• upset stomach
• kidney stones
• hair loss
• heart palpitations
• restlessness
• muscle cramps and weakness
• dizziness
- I understand the possibility of having an allergic reaction to any of the ingredients found within the Vitamin injection is quite plausible and that I should communicate with my Physician if I have any known allergic reactions to foods, dyes, preservatives, or any other substances. If I experience any of these following signs of allergic reactions I should immediately consult my primary health care Physician and discontinue further use of the product. Signs of allergic reactions include, but not limited to:
• Itching of skin
• Hives
• Rashes
• Wheezing
• Difficulty breathing
• Swelling of mouth or throat
- When medications are taken in conjunction with the Vitamin Injection, drug interactions could occur. These interactions can either increase your risk of bleeding or block the absorption of the Vitamins into the body. These medications at the time of your injection should either be discontinued or be consulted with by a Physician. Some of the medications that may cause drug interactions include, but are not limited to:
• Heparin (Fragmin, Lovenox, Innohep…ect.)
• Antithrombin (A Tryn, Thrombate III)
• Argatroban
• Aspirin
• Ibuprofen
• Dipyridamole (Persantine)
• Bivalirudin (Angiomax)
• Clopidogrel (Plavix)
• Warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven)
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (Ibuprofen,…etc.)
- Before starting the Vitamin injections I will make sure to tell my Physician if I am pregnant, lactating or have any of the following conditions.
• Leber’s Disease
• Kidney disease
• History of Kidney stones
• Liver disease
• Hormonal disease
• Cardiovascular disease
• History of ulcers
• History of gastrointestinal problems
• Bipolar disorder (manic depression)
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Muscular Dystrophy
• Elliptic seizures
• Hypoglycemia
• Schizophrenia
• Benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH)
• Acetaminophen poisoning
• Hypertension (high blood pressure)
• History of seizures
• Under-active thyroid (hypothyroidism)
• Osteoporosis
• Receiving treatment or taking any medication that might “thin” the blood
• Receiving treatment or taking medication that has an effect on bone marrow
• An infection
• Iron deficiency
• Folic acid deficiency
• Dependent on intravenous nutrition (TPN) or liquid nutrition products for food
• Diabetes, mellitus, or high blood sugar levels
• An unusual or allergic reaction other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
- Treatments: Will be determined by the provider.