Mecobal Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Megaloblastic Anemia, Diabetic Neuropathy, Peripheral Neuropathy. Secondary and off-label uses of Mecobal Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Mecobal Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Mecobal Tablet include Gastritis, Rash, Headache. Some other side effects of Mecobal Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Mecobal Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Mecobal Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Mecobal Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Mecobal Tablet related warnings section.
The section on Mecobal Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Mecobal Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Mecobal Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Mecobal Tablet 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Mecobal Tablet is used -
Common
Is the use of Mecobal Tablet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Mecobal in pregnant women.
Is the use of Mecobal Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Mecobal is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Mecobal Tablet 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 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Mecobal rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Mecobal Tablet on the Heart?
Mecobal is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mecobal Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mecobal Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Mecobal Tablet 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 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Mecobal Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Mecobal Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mecobal Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Mecobal Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mecobal Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Mecobal Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, the spontaneous pain, tingling, burning and itching associated with neck pain alleviates with the use of the Mecobal.
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.
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.
The Mecobal 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.
The Mecobal 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).
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