Meconeuron Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Meconeuron Injection Information

Meconeuron Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Megaloblastic Anemia, Diabetic Neuropathy, Peripheral Neuropathy. Other than this, Meconeuron Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Meconeuron Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Meconeuron Injection are Gastritis, Rash, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Meconeuron Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Meconeuron Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Meconeuron Injection's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Meconeuron Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Meconeuron Injection related warnings section.

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

Additionally, Meconeuron Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

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

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

Meconeuron Injection Benefits & Uses

Meconeuron 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)

Meconeuron 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

Meconeuron Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Meconeuron Injection safe for pregnant women?

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

Safe
Is the use of Meconeuron Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Meconeuron does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Meconeuron Injection on the Kidneys?

Meconeuron may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Meconeuron Injection on the Liver?

Meconeuron is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Meconeuron Injection on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Meconeuron Injection with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Colchicine

Moderate

Meconeuron Injection Contraindications

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

Leber Congenital Amaurosis
Iron Deficiency Anemia
Kidney Disease
Polycythemia Vera

Frequently asked Questions about Meconeuron Injection

Is this Meconeuron Injection habit forming or addictive?

Meconeuron Injection does not cause addiction.

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

Meconeuron Injection will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Meconeuron Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Meconeuron Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Meconeuron Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Meconeuron Injection

Meconeuron Injection may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Meconeuron Injection

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Meconeuron Injection

Question over 5 years ago

Are there any dermatological side effects of Meconeuron therapy?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

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

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Meconeuron work?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

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

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

The Meconeuron 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

What is Meconeuron?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Meconeuron 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.