Methgo 1500 Injection
Manufacturer
Aingo Pharma Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Methylcobalamin (1500mcg)
Key Information
Short Description
Methgo 1500 Injection is a man-made form of vitamin B12 used to treat deficiency of vitamin B12 in the body.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Methgo 1500 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 Methgo 1500 Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Methgo 1500 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
Methgo 1500 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
Methgo 1500 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 Methgo 1500 Injection?
Methgo 1500 Injection is a form of vitamin B12, an essential nutrient that plays a crucial role in producing red blood cells and maintaining a healthy nervous system. It also helps release energy from food and utilize vitamin B11 (folic acid).
Why can't I get sufficient vitamin B12 through my diet?
Individuals who follow a vegetarian or vegan diet may struggle to obtain adequate amounts of vitamin B12, as it is not naturally found in foods such as fruits, vegetables, and grains. This can lead to a deficiency in vitamin B12.
What happens if I have a vitamin B12 deficiency?
Vitamin B12 deficiency can cause symptoms such as tiredness, weakness, constipation, loss of appetite, weight loss, and megaloblastic anemia. It may also lead to nerve problems like numbness and tingling in the hands and feet, as well as issues with balance, depression, confusion, dementia, poor memory, and soreness of the mouth or tongue.
Is Methgo 1500 Injection safe?
Methgo 1500 Injection is generally well-tolerated and considered safe. However, rare side effects such as nausea, diarrhea, anorexia, and rash may occur in some cases. If a rash develops, it is essential to discontinue the medication immediately.
How should Methgo 1500 Injection be administered?
Methgo 1500 Injection can be injected directly into a vein (intravenously) or into a muscle (intramuscularly). The standard dose is one ampoule (0.5 mg of Methgo 1500 Injection), given three times a week. After two months, one ampoule (0.5 mg of Methgo 1500 Injection) is administered every one to three months as part of maintenance therapy.
What precautions need to be taken while administering Methgo 1500 Injection?
To avoid discomfort or complications, it is essential to inject Methgo 1500 Injection at different sites each time. If there is intense pain during injection or if blood flows back into the syringe, the needle should be removed and reinserted at a new site.
