Mecolyn 2500mcg Injection
Manufacturer
Glenvox Biotech
Salt Composition
Methylcobalamin (2500mcg)
Key Information
Short Description
Mecolyn 2500mcg Injection is a man-made form of vitamin B12 used to treat deficiency of vitamin B12 in the body.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Mecolyn 2500mcg Injection is a form of vitamin B12 that restores its level in the body thereby helping in treating certain anemias and nerve problems. 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 Mecolyn 2500mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Mecolyn 2500mcg 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
Mecolyn 2500mcg 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
Mecolyn 2500mcg 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 Mecolyn 2500mcg Injection?
Mecolyn 2500mcg Injection contains vitamin B12, an essential nutrient for the body. Vitamin B12 helps make 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 often found in meat, fish, eggs, and dairy products. Vegetarians and vegans may not obtain enough vitamin B12 from their diets as it is not naturally present in fruits, vegetables, and grains. Therefore, people following these diets should take supplements to avoid deficiency.
What happens if I have vitamin B12 deficiency?
Vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to various symptoms, including fatigue, weakness, constipation, loss of appetite, weight loss, and megaloblastic anemia (an enlarged red blood cell type). It can also cause nerve problems like numbness and tingling in the hands and feet. Other possible symptoms include balance issues, depression, confusion, dementia, memory impairments, mouth or tongue soreness.
Is Mecolyn 2500mcg Injection safe?
Mecolyn 2500mcg Injection is generally well tolerated and considered safe. However, rare side effects like nausea, diarrhea, anorexia, or rash have been reported in some individuals. If a rash occurs during or after using this medicine, discontinue use immediately.
How should Mecolyn 2500mcg Injection be given?
Mecolyn 2500mcg Injection can be administered intravenously (into a vein) or intramuscularly (into a muscle). The usual dose is 1 ampoule (0.5 mg of Mecolyn 2500mcg Injection) and is administered three times a week. After two months, 1 ampoule (0.5 mg of Mecolyn 2500mcg Injection) is given every one to three months as part of maintenance therapy.
What precautions need to be taken while administering Mecolyn 2500mcg Injection?
Avoid injecting the medication at the same site each time. If you experience intense pain during injection or if blood flows back into the syringe, remove the needle and re-insert it at a different location.
