Mekocatch Injection
Manufacturer
Rexit Pharmaceutical
Salt Composition
Methylcobalamin (1500mcg)
Key Information
Short Description
Mekocatch Injection is a man-made form of vitamin B12 used to treat deficiency of vitamin B12 in the body.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Mekocatch 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 Mekocatch Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Mekocatch 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
Mekocatch 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
Mekocatch 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 Mekocatch Injection?
Mekocatch Injection contains vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 plays an essential role in making red blood cells and maintaining a healthy nervous system, as it helps release energy from food and works with vitamin B11 (folic acid). It is important to remember that vitamin B12 is not naturally found in many plant-based foods.
Why can't I get sufficient vitamin B12 through my diet?
Vitamin B12 can be obtained from sources like meat, fish, eggs, and dairy products. However, vegetarians and vegans may not easily acquire vitamin B12 since it is not naturally present in foods like fruits, vegetables, or grains. Therefore, a deficiency of vitamin B12 is typically observed in individuals who follow a vegetarian or vegan diet.
What happens if I have vitamin B12 deficiency?
A deficiency in vitamin B12 can lead to fatigue, weakness, constipation, loss of appetite, weight loss, and megaloblastic anemia (an increase in the size of red blood cells). It may also result in nerve problems such as numbness and tingling in the hands and feet. Other symptoms associated with vitamin B12 deficiency include trouble balancing, depression, confusion, dementia, memory difficulties, and sore mouth or tongue.
Is Mekocatch Injection safe?
Mekocatch Injection is generally well-tolerated and considered safe. However, rare side effects like nausea, diarrhea, loss of appetite, and rash have been reported in some individuals. If you experience a rash while taking this medicine, discontinue its use immediately.
How should Mekocatch Injection be administered?
Mekocatch Injection can be injected into a vein (intravenously) or muscle (intramuscularly). The usual dose is 1 ampoule containing 0.5 mg of Mekocatch Injection, given three times per week. After two months, one ampoule (0.5 mg of Mekocatch Injection) is administered every one to three months as part of maintenance therapy.
What precautions should be taken when administering Mekocatch Injection?
Avoid injecting Mekocatch Injection at the same site each time. If you experience severe pain during injection or if blood flows back into the syringe, remove the needle and re-insert at a different location.
