Giomin 1500mcg Injection
Manufacturer
Mandevis Pharma
Salt Composition
Methylcobalamin (1500mcg)
Key Information
Short Description
Giomin 1500mcg Injection is a man-made form of vitamin B12 used to treat deficiency of vitamin B12 in the body.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Giomin 1500mcg Injection is a man-made form of vitamin B12. 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 Giomin 1500mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Giomin 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
Giomin 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
Giomin 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 Giomin 1500mcg Injection?
Giomin 1500mcg Injection contains vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient required by the body to produce red blood cells and maintain a healthy nervous system. It also plays a role in releasing energy from food and using folate (vitamin B9).
Why can't I get sufficient vitamin B12 in my diet?
You may not obtain enough vitamin B12 from your diet if you are vegetarian or vegan. Vitamin B12 is not naturally found in plant-based foods like fruits, vegetables and grains. It is commonly found in meat, fish, eggs and dairy products.
What happens if I have vitamin B12 deficiency?
Vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to fatigue, weakness, constipation, loss of appetite, weight loss, and megaloblastic anemia (a condition where red blood cells become abnormally large). Other symptoms include nerve problems such as numbness or tingling in the hands and feet. Additionally, vitamin B12 deficiency may result in balance issues, depression, confusion, dementia, poor memory, and soreness in the mouth or tongue.
Is Giomin 1500mcg Injection safe?
Giomin 1500mcg Injection is generally well tolerated and considered safe. However, rare side effects such as nausea, diarrhea, anorexia, and rash may occur. If a rash develops, discontinue using the medication immediately.
How should Giomin 1500mcg Injection be administered?
Giomin 1500mcg Injection can be injected directly into a vein (intravenously) or a muscle (intramuscularly). The standard dose is 1 ampoule (0.5 mg of Giomin 1500mcg Injection), and it is given three times per week initially. After two months, 1 ampoule (0.5 mg of Giomin 1500mcg Injection) is administered every one to three months as part of long-term maintenance therapy.
What precautions need to be taken while administering Giomin 1500mcg Injection?
When injecting, avoid using the same site each time. If there is pain or if blood flows back into the syringe, remove the needle and re-inject at a different location.
