Vitamin Injections

Vitamin C Injection

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) Injections deliver pure Vitamin C directly into the bloodstream via an intramuscular (IM) injection. Regular Vitamin C Injections can enhance physical wellbeing and prevent the onset of illness, this is because Vitamin C is a natural antioxidant that protects the body against the effects of harmful agents. WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF A VITAMIN C INJECTION? Vitamin C has numerous health and wellness benefits and should be an important part of any diet. Here is a list of some Vitamin C benefits: PREVENTS FUTURE COMPLICATIONS RELATED TO THE COMMON COLD While the verdict is out on the commonly held notion that Vitamin C can help prevent you from catching a cold and that Vitamin C helps fight colds, studies have found that Vitamin C does prevent serious complications from developing when you are sick. If you are feeling under the weather, stop the common cold from becoming something uncommon with Vitamin C COMBATS STRESS Stress is a familiar enemy for most of us. Sometimes work, family, and other commitments can lead to feeling overwhelmed and stressed out. Vitamin C will not necessarily make you less stressed, but will help your body remain healthy even under extreme duress by keeping your immune system strong even during times of stress. LOWERS THE RISK OF HAVING A STROKE A recent study found that patients with a higher concentration of Vitamin C in the blood had a much lower stroke risk then those with less Vitamin C in their system. The findings are not concrete yet, but still an intriguing possible benefit of Vitamin C. MAKE YOUR SKIN LOOK YOUNGER AND HEALTHIER Nobody wants wrinkled and dried out skin. Enter Vitamin C. High dosages of Vitamin C have been found to lead to a lower likelihood of dry skin and wrinkles, and in general those with a high amount of Vitamin C have better, more youthful skin. VITAMIN C IS A POWERFUL ANTIOXIDANT Vitamin C is an ascorbic acid that is needed for your body tissue to survive and thrive. It is a very powerful antioxidant that can protect your body from harmful free radicals. Free radicals can lead to cancer, heart disease and arthritis, so in essence Vitamin C can help prevent these dangerous maladies. Many people take vitamin C booster shots (not high-dose therapy) to improve their general health and wellbeing. Reasons to consider getting vitamin C injections revolve around a wide spectrum of benefits you may experience. Some of the most significant benefits include: - Helps resist allergies by improving the immune system - Improves specific health conditions and fights disease and flu like symptoms - Helps ease any tiredness and fatigue - Increases energy levels when feeling “run down” - Fights free radicals in the body that can cause illness and accelerated ageing. - Proven to aide memory skills by increasing neurotransmitter levels in the brain. - Helps fight depression - Aides weight loss by increasing metabolism - Helps with bone strength Also, - Creates a strong immune system - Improved quality and appearance of skin, youthful look - Increased antioxidant protection - Faster metabolism and more successful weight loss - Resisting allergies more efficiently due to stronger immunity - Vitamin C is required for the biosynthesis of collagen which slows down skin ageing, Collagen is an essential component of connective tissue, which plays a vital role in the elasticity of the skin and wound healing. Also, Vitamin C is a physiological antioxidant that also regenerates other antioxidants within the body, including Vitamin E. In addition to boosting the ability of your body to heal and rejuvenate your skin, Vitamin C: - Does boost the immune system - Can help with asthma, bronchitis - Can help with heart disease - Can reduce risk of cancer Vitamin C is required for the biosynthesis of collagen. Collagen is an essential component of connective tissue, which plays a vital role in the elasticity of the skin and wound healing. Also, Vitamin C is a physiological antioxidant that also regenerates other antioxidants within the body, including Vitamin E. WHAT FOODS CONTAIN VITAMIN C? A Vitamin Injection isn’t the only way to get Vitamin C in your system. Many foods contain Vitamin C and you will experience some of the benefits you get from a Vitamin C injection. However, since the injection features a large and concentrated amount of Vitamin C, the effects will not be as strong with food as a Vitamin C Injection. Below are some foods to eat to get large amounts of Vitamin C: - Citrus Fruit (i.e Oranges, lemons & grapefruits) - Bell Peppers - Guavas - Dark Green Leafy Vegetables (i.e. Kale, spinach & Broccoli) - Kiwi - Berries (i.e. Strawberries, blackberries & blueberries) - Tomatoes - Garlic Symptoms of vitamin C deficiency: The signs of a Vitamin C deficiency can vary from person to person, but they may include one or more of the following: - Rough, dry, damaged, bumpy skin - Unexplained weight gain - Easy bruising - Fatigue, poor mood - Bright red hair follicles - Chronic stress and inflammation - Fingernails spoon shaped with red lines or spots - Pain and/or swelling in joints - Tooth loss and bleeding gums - Slow wound healing - Poor immune system - Persistent iron deficiency anaemia Deficiency in vitamin C is uncommon in developed countries but can occur with general undernutrition. The most common risk factors for vitamin C deficiency are unhealthy diet, anorexia, alcoholism, smoking, severe mental illness, and dialysis. The most significant vitamin C deficiency signs and symptoms include: Severe deficiency in vitamin C leads to scurvy, but it is uncommon. Scurvy causes weakness, gum disease, skin problems, and anaemia. The condition was widely prevalent back in time, but in the modern age, not so much. Who may be a risk from having a vitamin C injection? There are many signs and symptoms of deficiency but most of them are related to the impairment in collagen production or not consuming enough antioxidants. Some groups are more likely to be at risk of Vitamin C insufficiency: - Smokers and passive ”smokers” - Individuals with limited food Variety - People with malabsorption and certain chronic diseases Thankfully, Vitamin C deficiency can be resolved once the Vitamin C levels have been restored. How long does vitamin C injection stay in your system? Kidneys control the levels of vitamin C in the blood through a process called renal absorption. The main objective of this process is to ensure vitamin C isn’t lost and expelled from the body through urine. However, dramatically high doses of vitamin C can overwhelm your system, meaning the extra amount of this micronutrient is lost in the urine within a few hours. The process of getting a vitamin C shot is similar to getting injected. The procedure entails minimal to zero pain, as the needle is placed gently into an available muscle. This muscle is commonly found around the glutes under the hip. After getting a shot, you can expect your body’s vitamin C level to remain elevated for three to four weeks. Vitamins and treatments that are safe to take with this vitamin. You can be injected with vitamin C while taking other vitamin supplements like biotin, B complex vitamins including vitamin B12, and vitamin D without complications. It can also be safely used in combination with facial and body treatments. Can it be injected if there are existing medical conditions? Vitamin C Injections should never replace conventional medical treatment for serious health concerns. However, many patients maybe undergoing medical treatments that are highly taxing on the nutrient levels of the body and therefore they are keen to address any deficiencies on their road back to health. Some examples of allergies or conditions that may interact with Vitamin C injections are: - Allergy to Ascorbic acid - Kidney or Liver disease - Iron metabolism disorder - Also, there might be some commonly prescribed medications that may interact with Vitamin C, such as: Aspirin and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. It can cause Vitamin C to be lost in the urine whilst the vitamin will cause higher levels of the drugs to stay in the body. Antipsychotic drug Prolixin (fluphenazine), vitamin C can reduce the concentration of this medication in the bloodstream, decreasing its effectiveness. Are there any side effects to vitamin C injections? When used adequately, vitamin C injections are safe. Some side effects include: - Pain, redness or itching in the site of the injection - Mild diarrhoea - Swelling sensation in the body Vitamin C is not considered to be toxic, even in high quantities. The full list of side effects is extremely limited; however, doses of over 2000 mg are not supported as this is above the recommended dosage. High doses of vitamin C have a few side effects, such as pain at the site of injection and nausea. That being said, you should still stick to the dosages recommended by the healthcare professional or manufacturer of vitamin C injections. TREATMENT DOSE AND FREQUENCY 500mg recommended monthly (Prabinex) Vitamin C Deficiency 200mg daily for one week Wound Healing 1g daily for 5-21 days (Packages available for deficiency and wound healing)