Efcoba Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Efcoba Tablet Information

Efcoba Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Megaloblastic Anemia, Diabetic Neuropathy, Peripheral Neuropathy are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Efcoba Tablet have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Efcoba Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Efcoba Tablet are Gastritis, Rash, Headache. While these are the most often observed Efcoba Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Efcoba Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Efcoba Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Efcoba Tablet related warnings talks about Efcoba Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Efcoba Tablet contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Efcoba Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Efcoba Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Efcoba Benefits & Uses
Efcoba Dosage & How to Take
Efcoba Side Effects
Efcoba Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Efcoba with Other Drugs
Efcoba Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Efcoba
Efcoba Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Efcoba Tablet Benefits & Uses

Efcoba Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Nutritional Deficiency
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Loss of appetite (Read More - Boost Your Hunger: Effective Tips to Increase Appetite Naturally)

Efcoba Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Nutritional Deficiency Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mcg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Then once a week for one month, then once a month.

Efcoba Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Efcoba Tablet is used -

Common

Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)
Rash
Headache
Itching or burning
Nervousness
Involuntary movements (picking, lip smacking etc.)

Efcoba Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Efcoba Tablet safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Efcoba in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Efcoba Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Efcoba is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Efcoba Tablet on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Efcoba. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Efcoba Tablet on the Liver?

Efcoba is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Efcoba Tablet on the Heart?

Efcoba may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Efcoba Tablet with Other Drugs

Efcoba Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Colchicine

Moderate

Efcoba Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Efcoba Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Leber Congenital Amaurosis
Iron Deficiency Anemia
Kidney Disease
Polycythemia Vera

Frequently asked Questions about Efcoba Tablet

Is this Efcoba Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Efcoba Tablet.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Efcoba Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Efcoba Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Efcoba Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Efcoba Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Efcoba Tablet

When consumed with certain foods, Efcoba Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Efcoba Tablet

Information about the interaction of Efcoba Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Efcoba Tablet

Question about 6 years ago

What is Efcoba?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Efcoba is an active form of vitamin B12. It is available in the form of oral, parenteral, and sublingual (under the tongue) formulations. It is used to treat B12 deficiency, Alzheimer's disease, diabetic neuropathy (nerve damage due to diabetes), visual function, rheumatoid arthritis, Bell's Palsy (facial paralysis or temporary weakness of the facial muscles), sleep-wake rhythm (irregular sleeping pattern) disorder and neuropathic pain.

Question almost 6 years ago

What are the precautions to be taken while administration of this Efcoba?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

The Efcoba is susceptible to breaking down in the presence of light and it also gets affected by the moisture. Therefore, it should be consumed as soon as the package is opened and must be protected from the light and moisture.

Question almost 6 years ago

What are the different types of neuralgia that can be treated with the Efcoba?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

The Efcoba can be used for the treatment of subacute herpetic neuralgia (pain that persists for 30 to 120 days following a rash by herpes zoster), glossopharyngeal neuralgia (extreme pain at the back of the tongue, throat or ears) and trigeminal neuralgia (extreme pain caused via trigeminal nerve from face to the brain).

Question almost 6 years ago

Are there any dermatological side effects of Efcoba therapy?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, there may be some undesirable effects associated with Efcoba such as acne, acne-rosacea (redness of the face) and some allergic reactions.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Efcoba be used for treating neuropathic pain related to diabetic neuropathy?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Efcoba has been found to be effective against tingling and burning sensations in a leg, and spontaneous pain, associated with diabetic neuropathy.