Mecofag 1500mcg Injection
Manufacturer
Pritus Healthcare
Salt Composition
Methylcobalamin (1500mcg)
Key Information
Short Description
Mecofag 1500mcg Injection is a man-made form of vitamin B12 used to treat deficiency of vitamin B12 in the body.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Mecofag 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 Mecofag 1500mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Mecofag 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
Mecofag 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
Mecofag 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 Mecofag 1500mcg Injection?
Mecofag 1500mcg Injection contains vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is essential for red blood cell production and maintaining a healthy nervous system. It also plays a role in energy release from food and using vitamin B11 (folic acid).
Why can't I get sufficient vitamin B12 in my diet?
You obtain vitamin B12 from sources such as meat, fish, eggs, and dairy products. Individuals who follow a vegetarian or vegan diet may experience deficiencies of vitamin B12 since it is not naturally found in fruits, vegetables, or grains. Therefore, vegetarians and vegans are at an increased risk for vitamin B12 deficiency.
What happens if I have vitamin B12 deficiency?
Vitamin B12 deficiency may cause symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, constipation, loss of appetite, weight loss, and megaloblastic anemia (an increased size of red blood cells). It may also lead to nerve problems like numbness or tingling in the hands and feet. Other potential signs of a vitamin B12 deficiency include balance issues, depression, confusion, dementia, memory difficulties, and sore mouth or tongue.
Is Mecofag 1500mcg Injection safe?
Mecofag 1500mcg Injection is generally well tolerated. However, rare side effects such as nausea, diarrhea, anorexia, and rash may occur. If a rash develops, discontinue use of the medication immediately.
How should Mecofag 1500mcg Injection be administered?
Mecofag 1500mcg Injection can be injected into a vein (intravenously) or muscle (intramuscularly). The usual dose is 1 ampoule (0.5 mg of Mecofag 1500mcg Injection), and it is administered three times a week. After two months, the dose is adjusted to once every one to three months as part of maintenance therapy.
What precautions should be taken when administering Mecofag 1500mcg Injection?
Avoid injecting the medication at the same site repeatedly. If intense pain occurs while injecting or if blood flows back into the syringe, remove the needle and re-insert it at a different location.
