Mecopower Gold 2500mcg Injection
Manufacturer
Ethics Health Care Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Methylcobalamin (2500mcg)
Key Information
Short Description
Mecopower Gold 2500mcg Injection is a man-made form of vitamin B12 used to treat deficiency of vitamin B12 in the body.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Mecopower Gold 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 Mecopower Gold 2500mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Mecopower Gold 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
Mecopower Gold 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
Mecopower Gold 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 Mecopower Gold 2500mcg Injection?
Mecopower Gold 2500mcg Injection is a form of vitamin B12, an essential nutrient that helps the body produce red blood cells and maintain a healthy nervous system.
Why can't I get sufficient vitamin B12 in my diet?
You may not get enough vitamin B12 from your diet if you are vegetarian or vegan, as it is naturally found in animal-based foods like meat, fish, eggs, and dairy products.
What happens if I have a vitamin B12 deficiency?
A vitamin B12 deficiency can cause tiredness, weakness, constipation, loss of appetite, weight loss, megaloblastic anemia (abnormally large red blood cells), and nerve problems such as numbness and tingling in the hands and feet. Other symptoms may include problems with balance, depression, confusion, dementia, poor memory, and soreness of the mouth or tongue.
Is Mecopower Gold 2500mcg Injection safe?
Mecopower Gold 2500mcg Injection is generally well tolerated and considered safe. However, rare side effects may include nausea, diarrhea, anorexia, and rash. If a rash occurs, discontinue taking the medicine immediately.
How should Mecopower Gold 2500mcg Injection be given?
Mecopower Gold 2500mcg Injection can be injected directly into a vein (intravenously) or into a muscle (intramuscularly). The usual dose is 1 ampoule, and it is typically given 3 times a week. After 2 months, the injections are given every one to three months as part of maintenance therapy.
What precautions need to be taken while administering Mecopower Gold 2500mcg Injection?
When giving the injection, avoid using the same site each time. If there is intense pain or if blood flows back into the syringe, withdraw the needle and reinsert it at a different site.
