Meconet 1500mcg Injection
Manufacturer
Bionet India Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Methylcobalamin (1500mcg)
Key Information
Short Description
Meconet 1500mcg Injection is a man-made form of vitamin B12 used to treat deficiency of vitamin B12 in the body.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Meconet 1500mcg 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 Meconet 1500mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Meconet 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
Meconet 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
Meconet 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 Meconet 1500mcg Injection?
Meconet 1500mcg Injection contains vitamin B12, which is an essential nutrient for the body. Vitamin B12 plays a crucial role in red blood cell production and maintaining a healthy nervous system. It's also important for energy release from food and utilizing vitamin B11 (folic acid).
Why might I not be getting enough vitamin B12 through my diet?
Vitamin B12 is found in animal-based foods such as meat, fish, eggs, and dairy products. Vegetarians or vegans may have difficulty obtaining sufficient vitamin B12 as it is not naturally present in fruits, vegetables, and grains. Therefore, deficiency of vitamin B12 can occur frequently in these populations.
What are the potential effects of a vitamin B12 deficiency?
A deficiency in vitamin B12 may lead to fatigue, weakness, constipation, loss of appetite, weight loss, and megaloblastic anemia (an increased size of red blood cells). It can also cause nerve problems such as numbness and tingling in the hands and feet. Other symptoms might include balance issues, depression, confusion, dementia, poor memory, and soreness in the mouth or tongue.
Is Meconet 1500mcg Injection safe to use?
Meconet 1500mcg Injection is generally well tolerated and considered safe for most patients. However, rare side effects like nausea, diarrhea, anorexia, and rash may occur in some cases. If a rash develops during or after injection, discontinue the use of the medication immediately.
How should Meconet 1500mcg Injection be administered?
Meconet 1500mcg Injection can be given through an intravenous (IV) line or intramuscularly. The usual dosage is 0.5 mg of Meconet 1500mcg Injection and is given three times a week. After two months, the dosage is typically adjusted to 0.5 mg every one to three months for maintenance therapy.
What precautions should I take when administering Meconet 1500mcg Injection?
When injecting Meconet 1500mcg, avoid using the same injection site repeatedly. 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.
