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Throughout this period, the favorable safety profile remained consistent with no delayed-onset adverse effects or concerning laboratory changes emerging over time

Most are not FDA-approved for human use, some exist only through a prescription or compounding pharmacy tied to a different condition, and the rest are sold exclusively as unregulated "research chemicals" not intended for human consumption

Primary Inclusion criteria were (1) diagnosis of type 2 diabetes mellitus

The four subcutaneous areas that work best are the lower abdomen (away from the navel), the outer thigh, the back of the upper arm, and the flank or love-handle area

These predispositions can support a conversation with your provider about whether customized B12 support may benefit your metabolic strategy

Individuals with certain health conditions, such as Lebers disease (a rare inherited eye disease), should avoid B12 supplements as it can worsen the condition