Fotia Plus Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Fotia Plus Injection Information

Fotia Plus Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Megaloblastic Anemia, Diabetic Neuropathy, Peripheral Neuropathy are some of its major therapeutic uses. Fotia Plus Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Fotia Plus Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Fotia Plus Injection include Gastritis, Rash, Headache. While these are the most often observed Fotia Plus Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Fotia Plus Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Fotia Plus Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Fotia Plus Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Fotia Plus Injection related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Fotia Plus Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Fotia Plus Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Fotia Plus Injection, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Fotia Plus Injection Benefits & Uses

Fotia Plus Injection 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)

Fotia Plus Injection 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

Fotia Plus Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Fotia Plus Injection safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Fotia Plus safely.

Safe
Is the use of Fotia Plus Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Fotia Plus does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Fotia Plus Injection on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Fotia Plus. 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 Fotia Plus Injection on the Liver?

Fotia Plus has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Fotia Plus Injection on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Fotia Plus Injection with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Colchicine

Moderate

Fotia Plus Injection Contraindications

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

Leber Congenital Amaurosis
Iron Deficiency Anemia
Kidney Disease
Polycythemia Vera

Frequently asked Questions about Fotia Plus Injection

Is this Fotia Plus Injection habit forming or addictive?

Fotia Plus Injection does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Fotia Plus Injection since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Fotia Plus Injection only as per medical advice.

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

No, Fotia Plus Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Fotia Plus Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fotia Plus Injection

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

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Fotia Plus Injection

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Fotia Plus Injection and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Fotia Plus Injection

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Fotia Plus?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Fotia Plus 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 different types of neuralgia that can be treated with the Fotia Plus?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

The Fotia Plus 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

Are there any dermatological side effects of Fotia Plus therapy?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

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

Question over 5 years ago

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

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

The Fotia Plus 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

How does Fotia Plus work?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Fotia Plus works by forming myelin sheath which is used to cover and protect the nerve cells. Fotia Plus is used to revive the nerve cells. In the absence of enough Fotia Plus, myeline sheath doesn't form properly leading to nerve damage.