Mecolla Plus 1500mcg Injection
Manufacturer
Vexilla Healthcare
Salt Composition
Methylcobalamin (1500mcg)
Key Information
Short Description
Mecolla 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
Mecolla 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 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 Mecolla Plus 1500mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Mecolla 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
Mecolla 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
Mecolla 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 Mecolla Plus 1500mcg Injection?
Mecolla Plus 1500mcg Injection is a form of vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient that the body requires to produce red blood cells and maintain a healthy nervous system. It also plays a role in releasing energy from food and using vitamin B11 (folic acid).
Why can't I get sufficient vitamin B12 in my diet?
Vitamin B12 is generally obtained from sources such as meat, fish, eggs, and dairy products. However, vegetarians or vegans may not obtain vitamin B12 as it is not naturally found in foods like fruits, vegetables, and grains. Therefore, a deficiency of vitamin B12 is often observed in individuals who follow vegetarian or vegan diets.
What happens if I have a vitamin B12 deficiency?
A deficiency of vitamin B12 can lead to symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, constipation, loss of appetite, weight loss, and megaloblastic anemia (a condition characterized by abnormally large red blood cells). Vitamin B12 deficiency may also result in nerve problems like numbness and tingling in the hands and feet. Other potential symptoms include imbalance, depression, confusion, dementia, impaired memory, and soreness in the mouth or tongue.
Is Mecolla Plus 1500mcg Injection safe?
Mecolla Plus 1500mcg Injection is generally well tolerated and considered safe. However, in rare cases, possible side effects like nausea, diarrhea, anorexia (loss of appetite), and rash may occur. In case of a rash, discontinue use immediately.
How should Mecolla Plus 1500mcg Injection be administered?
Mecolla Plus 1500mcg Injection can be administered either through a vein (intravenously) or into a muscle (intramuscularly). The usual dosage is 1 ampoule (0.5 mg of Mecolla Plus 1500mcg Injection), and it is given three times per week. After two months, the dose is adjusted to 1 ampoule (0.5 mg) every one to three months for maintenance therapy.
What precautions should be taken when administering Mecolla Plus 1500mcg Injection?
Avoid injecting at the same site repeatedly. If there is intense pain during injection or if blood flows back into the syringe, remove the needle and re-insert it at a different location.
