Febal Plus 1500mcg Injection
Manufacturer
Fern Biotech
Salt Composition
Methylcobalamin (1500mcg)
Key Information
Short Description
Febal Plus 1500mcg Injection is a man-made form of vitamin B12 used to treat deficiency of vitamin B12 in the body.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Febal Plus 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 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 Febal Plus 1500mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Febal Plus 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
Febal Plus 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
Febal Plus 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 Febal Plus 1500mcg Injection?
Febal Plus 1500mcg Injection is a form of vitamin B12, an essential nutrient that plays a crucial role in the production of red blood cells and maintaining a healthy nervous system.
Why may individuals not get sufficient vitamin B12 from their diet?
Vitamin B12 can be found in animal-based foods such as meat, fish, eggs, and dairy products. Individuals who follow a vegetarian or vegan diet may be at risk of deficiency, as these food sources naturally lack vitamin B12.
What are the potential consequences of vitamin B12 deficiency?
Vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to a range of symptoms, including tiredness, weakness, constipation, loss of appetite, weight loss, and megaloblastic anemia. Additionally, it may cause nerve problems such as numbness and tingling in the hands and feet, balance issues, depression, confusion, dementia, poor memory, and soreness of the mouth or tongue.
Is Febal Plus 1500mcg Injection considered safe?
Febal Plus 1500mcg Injection is generally well-tolerated and considered safe. However, rare side effects may occur, such as nausea, diarrhea, anorexia, and rash. If a rash develops, discontinue use immediately.
How should Febal Plus 1500mcg Injection be administered?
Febal Plus 1500mcg Injection can be given intravenously or intramuscularly. The standard dose is one ampoule (containing 0.5 mg of the injection), which is typically administered three times a week for two months, followed by maintenance therapy with one ampoule every one to three months.
What precautions are necessary when administering Febal Plus 1500mcg Injection?
To avoid potential complications, it's essential to rotate injection sites and be cautious of intense pain or blood flowing back into the syringe. If either of these situations occurs, reinsert the needle at a different site.