Tocobal: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Tocobal Benefits

Tocobal is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Nutritional Deficiency
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Loss of appetite
Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)
Osteopenia
Rickets
Anemia in Pregnancy
Vitamin B9 deficiency

Tocobal 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

Tocobal Side Effects

No side effects of Tocobal have been reported in the medical literature. However, you should always consult your doctor before using Tocobal.

Tocobal Related Warnings

Is the use of Tocobal safe for pregnant women?
Is the use of Tocobal safe during breastfeeding?
What is the effect of Tocobal on the Kidneys?
What is the effect of Tocobal on the Liver?
What is the effect of Tocobal on the Heart?

Severe Interaction of Tocobal with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Colchicine

Moderate

Vitamin C

Chloramphenicol

Metformin

Omeprazole

Ranitidine

Cholestyramine

Furosemide

Caffeine

Abacavir

Lamivudine

Amlodipine

Valsartan

Calcitonin

Mild

Tocobal Contraindications

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

Leber Congenital Amaurosis
Iron Deficiency Anemia
Kidney Disease
Polycythemia Vera
Allergy
Arrhythmia
Dehydration
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Pernicious Anemia
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Tocobal

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Tocobal be used for treating neuropathic pain related to diabetic neuropathy?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Tocobal has been found to be effective against tingling and burning sensations in a leg, and spontaneous pain, associated with diabetic neuropathy.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Tocobal?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

The general recommended an oral dose of the Tocobal 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 Tocobal cause breathing difficulties?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you may experience mild breathing problems while taking Tocobal. 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 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.