Mecony 2500mcg Injection
Manufacturer
Medok Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Methylcobalamin (2500mcg)
Key Information
Short Description
Mecony 2500mcg Injection is a man-made form of vitamin B12 used to treat deficiency of vitamin B12 in the body.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Mecony 2500mcg 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 Mecony 2500mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Mecony 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
Mecony 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
Mecony 2500mcg Injection is a form of vitamin B12 that restores its level in the body thereby helping in treating certain anemias and nerve problems.
Quick Tips
Mecony 2500mcg Injection helps replenish vitamin B12 level in your body. This further helps in regeneration of damaged nerves in the body. Mecony 2500mcg Injection helps in treating certain anemias and nerve problems. Please avoid or limit alcohol consumption while taking this medication.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Mecony 2500mcg Injection?
Mecony 2500mcg Injection is a form of vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient required by the body to 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 found in some foods, including meat, fish, eggs, and dairy products. Vegetarians or vegans may be deficient because Vitamin B12 is not naturally present in fruits, vegetables, and grains. Therefore, a vegetarian or vegan diet may increase the risk of vitamin B12 deficiency.
What happens if I have vitamin B12 deficiency?
Vitamin B12 deficiency can cause tiredness, weakness, constipation, loss of appetite, weight loss, and megaloblastic anemia (a condition where red blood cells become larger than normal). It can also lead to nerve problems like numbness or tingling in the hands and feet. Other symptoms include balance problems, depression, confusion, dementia, poor memory, and soreness in the mouth or tongue.
Is Mecony 2500mcg Injection safe?
Mecony 2500mcg Injection is generally well tolerated and considered safe. However, in rare cases, side effects like nausea, diarrhea, anorexia, and rash have been reported. Discontinue using this medicine immediately if a rash occurs.
How should Mecony 2500mcg Injection be given?
Mecony 2500mcg Injection can be administered into a vein (intravenously) or muscle (intramuscularly). The usual dose is 1 ampoule (0.5 mg of Mecony 2500mcg Injection), given three times a week. After two months, 1 ampoule (0.5 mg of Mecony 2500mcg Injection) is administered every one to three months as part of maintenance therapy.
What precautions need to be taken while administering Mecony 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-inject at a different location.
