Calcobal OD 1500mcg Injection
Manufacturer
Clarix Healthcare
Salt Composition
Methylcobalamin (1500mcg)
Key Information
Short Description
Calcobal OD 1500mcg Injection is a man-made form of vitamin B12 used to treat deficiency of vitamin B12 in the body.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Calcobal OD 1500mcg Injection is a form of vitamin B12 that restores its level in the body thereby helping in treating certain anemias and nerve problems. It is used to treat deficiency of vitamin B12 in the body. Vitamin B12 is important for growth, cell reproduction, blood formation, and protein and tissue synthesis. It also helps to treat anemia, fatigue, and numbness or tingling in the hands and feet.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Calcobal OD 1500mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Calcobal OD 1500mcg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Calcobal OD 1500mcg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Interacting Medicines
Chloramphenicol Orlistat
How it works
Calcobal OD 1500mcg Injection is a form of vitamin B12 that restores its level in the body thereby helping in treating certain anemias and nerve problems.
Quick Tips
Calcobal OD 1500mcg Injection helps replenish vitamin B12 level in your body. This further helps in regeneration of damaged nerves in the body. Calcobal OD 1500mcg Injection helps in treating certain anemias and nerve problems. Please avoid or limit alcohol consumption while taking this medication. Please consult your doctor before taking this medication.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Calcobal OD 1500mcg Injection?
Calcobal OD 1500mcg Injection provides Vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient required for the body to make red blood cells and maintain a healthy nervous system. It also helps release energy from food and use vitamin B11 (folate).
Why can't I get sufficient vitamin B12 in my diet?
Vitamin B12 is found naturally in meat, fish, eggs, and dairy products. Vegetarians and vegans may not consume enough Vitamin B12 because it isn't naturally present in fruits, vegetables, or grains. This can lead to a deficiency of vitamin B12.
What happens if I have vitamin B12 deficiency?
A lack of vitamin B12 can cause fatigue, weakness, constipation, loss of appetite, weight loss, and megaloblastic anemia (when red blood cells become larger than normal). This condition may also result in nerve problems such as numbness or tingling in the hands and feet. Other symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency include trouble with balance, depression, confusion, dementia, poor memory, and sore mouth or tongue.
Is Calcobal OD 1500mcg Injection safe?
Calcobal OD 1500mcg Injection is generally well-tolerated and considered safe. However, in rare cases, side effects such as nausea, diarrhea, anorexia, and rash may occur. If a rash develops, stop taking the medicine immediately.
How should Calcobal OD 1500mcg Injection be given?
Calcobal OD 1500mcg Injection can be administered either intravenously (directly into a vein) or intramuscularly (into a muscle). The usual dose is 1 ampoule (0.5 mg of Calcobal OD 1500mcg Injection) and is given three times per week. After two months, 1 ampoule (0.5 mg of Calcobal OD 1500mcg Injection) is administered every one to three months as part of maintenance therapy.
What precautions need to be taken when administering Calcobal OD 1500mcg Injection?
Do not inject the medicine at the same site each time. If you experience intense pain during injection or if blood flows back into the syringe, remove the needle and re-insert at a different location.
