Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Pregastar M 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.

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

The Pregastar M 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).

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

The general recommended an oral dose of the Pregastar M 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.

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you may experience mild breathing problems while taking Pregastar M. 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.

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

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