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Do B12 shots make you feel sleepy?

While B12 shots aren't commonly known to cause sleepiness, everyone responds differently to treatments. Interestingly, vitamin B12 deficiency itself can cause tiredness and weakness, so it's possible your body is adjusting to the supplementation.

Some people with lupus experience fatigue for Show Full Answer

Do B12 shots make you feel sleepy?

While B12 shots aren't commonly known to cause sleepiness, everyone responds differently to treatments. Interestingly, vitamin B12 deficiency itself can cause tiredness and weakness, so it's possible your body is adjusting to the supplementation.

Some people with lupus experience fatigue for many reasons beyond vitamin B12 levels. Common causes include:

* Lupus disease activity itself
* Medication side effects (like prednisone causing poor sleep at night, leading to daytime tiredness)
* Co-occurring conditions like fibromyalgia
* Sleep disturbances from pain or other lupus symptoms

It's worth mentioning this sleepiness to your doctor. They can check if:

* Your B12 levels are being properly managed
* The timing of your shots might be affecting you
* Other factors related to your lupus might be contributing to your fatigue

A MyLupusTeam member shared about their B12 deficiency: "I've been diagnosed with a vitamin B12 and vitamin D deficiency. So, I'm feeling more drained than usual."

Your healthcare provider can help determine whether the sleepiness is related to the B12 shots or other aspects of managing lupus.

 AI-generated responses are not a substitute for medical advice. These services are not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition or disease. Always ask your doctor about specific health concerns.

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