Meaxon OD Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Meaxon OD Tablet Information

Meaxon OD Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Megaloblastic Anemia, Diabetic Neuropathy, Peripheral Neuropathy. Meaxon OD Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Meaxon OD Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Meaxon OD Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Gastritis, Rash, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Meaxon OD Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Meaxon OD Tablet 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.

Meaxon OD Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Meaxon OD Tablet related warnings talks about Meaxon OD Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

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

Additionally, Meaxon OD Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Meaxon OD Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Meaxon OD Tablet Benefits & Uses

Meaxon OD 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)

Meaxon OD 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.

Meaxon OD Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Meaxon OD Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Meaxon safely.

Safe
Is the use of Meaxon OD Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Meaxon is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Meaxon OD Tablet on the Kidneys?

Meaxon 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 Meaxon OD Tablet on the Liver?

Side effects of Meaxon rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Meaxon OD Tablet on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Meaxon OD Tablet with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Colchicine

Moderate

Meaxon OD Tablet Contraindications

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

Leber Congenital Amaurosis
Iron Deficiency Anemia
Kidney Disease
Polycythemia Vera

Frequently asked Questions about Meaxon OD Tablet

Is this Meaxon OD Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Meaxon OD Tablet 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 Meaxon OD Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Meaxon OD Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Meaxon OD Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Meaxon OD Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Meaxon OD Tablet

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

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Meaxon OD Tablet

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Meaxon OD Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Meaxon?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

The general recommended an oral dose of the Meaxon 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

Does Meaxon cause breathing difficulties?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you may experience mild breathing problems while taking Meaxon. Try not to wear tight-fitted clothing while you are facing breathing difficulties go in an open space to breathe normally. However, if you are feeling extreme discomfort and breathlessness call your doctor right away.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Meaxon work?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 6 years ago

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

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

The Meaxon 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.