HI Cobal Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Hi Cobal Information

Hi Cobal, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Megaloblastic Anemia, Diabetic Neuropathy, Peripheral Neuropathy. The alternative uses of Hi Cobal have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Hi Cobal depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.

The most common side effects of Hi Cobal are Gastritis, Rash, Headache. Some other side effects of Hi Cobal have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Hi Cobal go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Hi Cobal's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Hi Cobal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Hi Cobal are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Hi Cobal may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

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

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

Hi Cobal Benefits & Uses

Hi Cobal is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Nutritional Deficiency
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Loss of appetite

Hi Cobal 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

Hi Cobal Related Warnings

Is the use of Hi Cobal safe for pregnant women?

Hi Cobal is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Hi Cobal safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Hi Cobal.

Safe
What is the effect of Hi Cobal on the Kidneys?

Hi Cobal can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Hi Cobal on the Liver?

Side effects of Hi Cobal rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Hi Cobal on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Hi Cobal on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Hi Cobal with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Colchicine

Moderate

Hi Cobal Contraindications

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

Leber Congenital Amaurosis
Iron Deficiency Anemia
Kidney Disease
Polycythemia Vera

Frequently asked Questions about Hi Cobal

Is this Hi Cobal habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Hi Cobal has not been reported.

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

Hi Cobal will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Hi Cobal should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Hi Cobal is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Hi Cobal Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Hi Cobal

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

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Hi Cobal

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Hi Cobal

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Hi Cobal?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Hi Cobal 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 to take Hi Cobal?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

The general recommended an oral dose of the Hi Cobal is 1500 µg daily, divided into three doses. It is also available in other forms such as injectibles. Patients with critically low levels of methylcobalamin are often recommended by to take intramuscular injections to cover up for their deficiency.

Question over 5 years ago

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

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

The Hi Cobal 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

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.