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Mecobal Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Megaloblastic Anemia, Diabetic Neuropathy, Peripheral Neuropathy. Secondary and off-label uses of Mecobal Injection have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Mecobal Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Mecobal Injection are Gastritis, Rash, Headache. While these are the most often observed Mecobal Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Mecobal Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Mecobal Injection's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. In addition, Mecobal Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Mecobal Injection related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Mecobal Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Mecobal Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Mecobal Injection, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Mecobal Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Mecobal Injection safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Mecobal in pregnant women.
Is the use of Mecobal Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Mecobal is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Mecobal Injection on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Mecobal. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Mecobal Injection on the Liver?
Side effects of Mecobal rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Mecobal Injection on the Heart?
Mecobal is rarely harmful for the heart.
Mecobal Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mecobal Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mecobal Injection habit forming or addictive?
Mecobal Injection is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Mecobal Injection as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Mecobal Injection only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Mecobal Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mecobal Injection
When consumed with certain foods, Mecobal Injection may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mecobal Injection
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Mecobal Injection and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Mecobal 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.
Yes, Mecobal has been found to be effective against tingling and burning sensations in a leg, and spontaneous pain, associated with diabetic neuropathy.
The general recommended an oral dose of the Mecobal 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.
Yes, the spontaneous pain, tingling, burning and itching associated with neck pain alleviates with the use of the Mecobal.
Mecobal works by forming myelin sheath which is used to cover and protect the nerve cells. Mecobal is used to revive the nerve cells. In the absence of enough Mecobal, myeline sheath doesn't form properly leading to nerve damage.
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