Vitamin Injections

REVITALIZE & RE-ENERGIZE WITH OUR VARIETY OF VITAMIN INJECTIONS

INtramuscular (IM) injections are used to deliver vitamins or medications directly into the muscles where they can be rapidly absorbed. Typically delivered into either the deltoid or gluteus maximus, IM injections are a quick alternative to IV therapy.

Available Vitamin Injections:

B12+
B-Complex
Energizer+
Feel Better IM
GAC
GAC Athletic Boost Plus

Glutathione
Lipotropic+
MIC
Pain Buster
Stress Buster
Turbo Boost
Vitamin #9

Ask about our daily vitamin injection specials such as Feel Better Friday!

BEAUTY

Intramuscular injections of certain vitamins, such as Vitamin C have been suggested as a way to promote skin health and beauty. Vitamin C is essential for the production of collagen, which is a key component of healthy skin. By providing Vitamin C via injection, it is thought that collagen production may be stimulated, leading to improved skin texture, elasticity, and overall appearance.

Health & Wellness

Intramuscular vitamin injections have been suggested as a way to improve overall health and wellness by providing essential vitamins directly into the muscle. When vitamins bypass the digestive system, which can sometimes reduce the effectiveness of ingested vitamins, they can be rapidly absorbed and sent throughout the body.

Pain

Intramuscular vitamin injections, particularly those containing vitamin B12 and toradol, have been suggested as a potential treatment for chronic pain.

Energy

Intramuscular injections of certain vitamins, such as vitamin B12, have been suggested as a way to boost energy levels. Vitamin B12 is involved in the production of red blood cells, which are responsible for carrying oxygen throughout the body. By providing vitamin B12 via injection, red blood cell production may be stimulated, leading to improved oxygen delivery to the body’s tissue and organs. Additionally, vitamin B12 injections may help to improve metabolism, which can indirectly contribute to higher energy levels and weight loss.

Vitamin Injection FAQs:

How is an intramuscular vitamin injection different from a vaccine?

An intramuscular vitamin injection is a shot that delivers a high dose of vitamins directly into the muscle tissue. This is usually done when a person has a vitamin deficiency or needs a quick boost of vitamins. Vitamin injections are often given to people who are unable to absorb vitamins through their digestive system or who have conditions that prevent them from getting enough vitamins from their diet.

A vaccine, on the other hand, is a substance that stimulates the immune system to produce an immune response against a particular disease. Vaccines contain a weakened or dead version of a virus or bacteria, or a piece of it, that triggers the immune system to produce antibodies. These antibodies help the body recognize and fight off the actual disease if a person is exposed to it later on.

Do intramuscular injections hurt?

Intramuscular injections can cause some discomfort or pain, but the level of pain experienced can vary depending on various factors such as the injection site, the size of the needle, the volume of the medication being injected, the type of medication being injected, and the person’s pain threshold.

Overall, intramuscular injections may cause some discomfort or pain, but the pain is usually mild and temporary. Our nurses are trained to administer injections to minimize pain. If you experience severe pain, swelling, or redness at the injection site, you should consult your primary healthcare provider.

Where are IM injections administered?

The most commonly used injection sites for intramuscular injections are the deltoid muscle in the upper arm and the gluteus maximus muscle in the buttocks. For larger volume IM injections the gluteus maximus is typically used, for smaller volume IM injections the deltoid is typically easier.