Met B12 500 Mcg Injection

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Met B12 500 Mcg Injection

5 ml Injection in 1 Packet
₹ 68
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₹ 68
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Met B12 Information

Met B12, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Megaloblastic Anemia, Diabetic Neuropathy, Peripheral Neuropathy. Met B12 also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Met B12 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Common side effects of Met B12 include Gastritis, Rash, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Met B12 can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Met B12 are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Met B12 is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Met B12 related warnings talks about Met B12's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Met B12 contraindications section. Vitamin B12 Tablet

Drug interactions for Met B12 have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Met B12, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.



Met B12 Benefits & Uses

Met B12 is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Met B12 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

Met B12 Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Met B12 safe for pregnant women?


    Met B12 is safe for pregnant women.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Met B12 safe during breastfeeding?


    Met B12 does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Met B12 on the Kidneys?


    Met B12 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 Met B12 on the Liver?


    Side effects of Met B12 rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Met B12 on the Heart?


    Met B12 has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Met B12 with Other Drugs

Met B12 should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Met B12 Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Met B12 unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Met B12

  • Is this Met B12 habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Met B12.

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


    Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Met B12 since it will not make you feel sleepy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Met B12 only as per medical advice.

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


    No, Met B12 cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Met B12 Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Met B12


    Met B12 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 Met B12


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Met B12 with alcohol will be.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Met B12

Question over 5 years ago

Are there any dermatological side effects of Met B12 therapy?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, there may be some undesirable effects associated with Met B12 such as acne, acne-rosacea (redness of the face) and some allergic reactions.

Question over 5 years ago

What are the different types of neuralgia that can be treated with the Met B12?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

The Met B12 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 almost 6 years ago

What is Met B12?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Met B12 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 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Met B12 cause breathing difficulties?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you may experience mild breathing problems while taking Met B12. 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.



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