Cobalsin 1500mcg Injection
Manufacturer
Indoscot Healthcare LLP
Salt Composition
Methylcobalamin (1500mcg)
Key Information
Short Description
Cobalsin 1500mcg Injection is a man-made form of vitamin B12 used to treat deficiency of vitamin B12 in the body.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Cobalsin 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 Cobalsin 1500mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Cobalsin 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
Cobalsin 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
Cobalsin 1500mcg Injection is a form of vitamin B12 that restores its level in the body thereby helping in treating certain anemias and nerve problems.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Cobalsin 1500mcg Injection?
Cobalsin 1500mcg Injection contains cobalamin, a form of vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is essential for the body to make red blood cells and maintain a healthy nervous system. It also plays a role in energy release from food and using vitamin B11 (folate).
Why might I not be getting enough vitamin B12 from my diet?
Vitamin B12 is found in animal products such as meat, fish, eggs, and dairy. While people who follow a vegetarian or vegan diet may not get sufficient vitamin B12 because it is not naturally present in plant-based foods like fruits, vegetables, and grains. As such, vitamin B12 deficiency is more commonly observed in vegetarians or vegans.
What happens if I have a vitamin B12 deficiency?
Vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to symptoms like fatigue, weakness, constipation, loss of appetite, weight loss, and megaloblastic anemia (an increase in red blood cell size). This condition may also cause nerve problems such as numbness and tingling in the hands and feet. Other potential symptoms include balance issues, depression, confusion, dementia, memory problems, and soreness of the mouth or tongue.
Is Cobalsin 1500mcg Injection safe?
Cobalsin 1500mcg Injection is generally well tolerated and considered safe. However, rare side effects such as nausea, diarrhea, anorexia, or rash may occur. If you experience a rash, discontinue use immediately.
How should Cobalsin 1500mcg Injection be administered?
Cobalsin 1500mcg Injection can be injected intramuscularly or intravenously. A typical dose is 0.5 mg of Cobalsin 1500mcg Injection, and it is given three times a week. After two months, the dose may be adjusted to once every one to three months as part of long-term maintenance therapy.
What precautions should be taken when administering Cobalsin 1500mcg Injection?
Always change injection sites. If pain is experienced during the injection or if blood flows back into the syringe, remove the needle and re-insert it at a different site.
