Amycobal: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Amycobal Information

Amycobal is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Megaloblastic Anemia, Diabetic Neuropathy, Peripheral Neuropathy. The alternative uses of Amycobal have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amycobal. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Amycobal also has some side effects, the most common being Gastritis, Rash, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Amycobal as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Amycobal normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Amycobal has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Amycobal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Amycobal related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Amycobal contraindications section.

Besides this, Amycobal may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Amycobal is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Amycobal Benefits & Uses

Amycobal 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)

Amycobal 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: Anemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 mcg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 4 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Amycobal Related Warnings

Is the use of Amycobal safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Amycobal without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Amycobal safe during breastfeeding?

Amycobal does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Amycobal on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Amycobal. 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 Amycobal on the Liver?

Amycobal is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Amycobal on the Heart?

Amycobal is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Amycobal with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Colchicine

Moderate

Amycobal Contraindications

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

Leber Congenital Amaurosis
Iron Deficiency Anemia
Kidney Disease
Polycythemia Vera

Frequently asked Questions about Amycobal

Is this Amycobal habit forming or addictive?

Amycobal is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Amycobal should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Amycobal in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Amycobal Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amycobal

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Amycobal to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Amycobal

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Amycobal with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Amycobal

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Amycobal be used for the treatment of neck pain?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Yes, the spontaneous pain, tingling, burning and itching associated with neck pain alleviates with the use of the Amycobal.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Amycobal?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Amycobal 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 over 5 years ago

How can i naturally take methylcobalamin?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Methylcobalamin is abundantly found in eggs, milk, curd, meat (chicken and fish). However, if your levels are very low you are recommended to take medicines as per doctors instructions.

Question almost 6 years ago

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

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

The Amycobal 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 over 5 years ago

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

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

The Amycobal 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.