Menet Injection
Manufacturer
Pharma Planet India
Salt Composition
Methylcobalamin (1500mcg)
Key Information
Short Description
Menet Injection is a man-made form of vitamin B12 used to treat deficiency of vitamin B12 in the body.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Menet Injection is a man-made form of vitamin B12. 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 Menet Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Menet 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
Menet 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
Menet 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
Menet Injection helps replenish vitamin B12 level in your body. This further helps in regeneration of damaged nerves in the body. Avoid or limit alcohol consumption while taking this medication.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Menet Injection?
Menet Injection is a form of vitamin B12, an essential nutrient required by the body to produce red blood cells and maintain a healthy nervous system. It also plays a crucial role in energy production from food and utilizes vitamin B11 (folic acid).
Why may individuals have difficulty getting sufficient vitamin B12 in their diet?
Vitamin B12 is primarily found in animal-based foods such as meat, fish, eggs, and dairy products. Individuals who follow a vegetarian or vegan diet may be at risk of developing a deficiency due to the limited availability of this nutrient in plant-based foods like fruits, vegetables, and grains.
What are the possible consequences of vitamin B12 deficiency?
A deficiency in vitamin B12 can lead to various symptoms, including fatigue, weakness, constipation, loss of appetite, weight loss, megaloblastic anemia (a condition where red blood cells become larger than normal), numbness and tingling sensations in the hands and feet, balance problems, depression, confusion, dementia, poor memory, and soreness of the mouth or tongue.
Is Menet Injection considered safe for use?
Menet Injection is generally well-tolerated and considered safe. However, rare side effects may occur, such as nausea, diarrhea, anorexia, and rash. If a rash develops, it is essential to discontinue the medicine immediately.
How should Menet Injection be administered?
Menet Injection can be injected either intravenously (directly into a vein) or intramuscularly (into a muscle). The typical dose is one ampoule (0.5 mg of Menet Injection), given three times a week for the initial two months. Subsequently, maintenance therapy involves administering one ampoule every one to three months.
What precautions should be taken while administering Menet Injection?
To avoid complications, it is essential to rotate injection sites and not use the same site repeatedly. If intense pain occurs or blood flows back into the syringe during injection, remove the needle and reinsert at a different location.
