Megark 2500mcg Injection
Manufacturer
Kevlar Healthcare
Salt Composition
Methylcobalamin (2500mcg)
Key Information
Short Description
Megark 2500mcg Injection is a man-made form of vitamin B12 used to treat deficiency of vitamin B12 in the body.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Megark 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 Megark 2500mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Megark 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
Megark 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
Megark 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 Megark 2500mcg Injection?
Megark 2500mcg Injection contains vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient that the body needs to make red blood cells and maintain a healthy nervous system. It also helps release energy from food and utilize vitamin B11 (folate).
Why might I have insufficient vitamin B12 in my diet?
You may not be getting enough vitamin B12 from your diet if you follow a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle. It is not naturally found in plant-based foods like fruits, vegetables, and grains. People who are vegetarians or vegans might require supplementation to ensure sufficient intake of Vitamin B12.
What happens when I have vitamin B12 deficiency?
Vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, constipation, loss of appetite, weight loss, and megaloblastic anemia (where red blood cells become larger than normal). It may also cause nerve problems like numbness and tingling in the hands and feet. Other signs include balance issues, depression, confusion, memory problems, mouth sores, or tongue soreness.
Is Megark 2500mcg Injection safe?
Megark 2500mcg Injection is generally well tolerated and considered safe. However, some individuals may experience rare side effects such as nausea, diarrhea, anorexia, or rash. If you experience a rash, discontinue use immediately.
How should Megark 2500mcg Injection be administered?
Megark 2500mcg Injection can be given either intravenously (directly into a vein) or intramuscularly (into muscle tissue). The usual dose is 1 ampoule (containing 0.5 mg of Megark 2500mcg Injection), and it is administered three times per week. After two months, a dose of 1 ampoule (0.5 mg of Megark 2500mcg Injection) is given every one to three months as part of maintenance therapy.
What precautions are required when administering Megark 2500mcg Injection?
Do not repeat injections at the same site each time. If there's intense pain during injection, or if blood flows back into the syringe, remove the needle and re-insert it in a different location.
