Norvap 1500mcg Injection
Manufacturer
Duken Pharmaceuticals
Salt Composition
Methylcobalamin (1500mcg)
Key Information
Short Description
Norvap 1500mcg Injection is a man-made form of vitamin B12 used to treat deficiency of vitamin B12 in the body.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Norvap 1500mcg 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 Norvap 1500mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Norvap 1500mcg 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
Norvap 1500mcg 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
Norvap 1500mcg 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 Norvap 1500mcg Injection?
Norvap 1500mcg Injection is a form of vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient that the body requires to make red blood cells and maintain a healthy nervous system. It also helps release energy from food and utilizes vitamin B11 (folic acid).
Why can't I get sufficient vitamin B12 in my diet?
You obtain vitamin B12 from sources such as meat, fish, eggs, and dairy products. However, vegetarians or vegans may not receive enough vitamin B12 because it is not naturally found in fruits, vegetables, or grains. Therefore, deficiency of vitamin B12 is commonly observed in these groups.
What happens if I have a vitamin B12 deficiency?
Vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to symptoms like fatigue and weakness, constipation, decreased appetite, weight loss, megaloblastic anemia (an abnormally large number of red blood cells), and nerve problems such as numbness or tingling in the hands or feet. Other signs of vitamin B12 deficiency include balance problems, depression, confusion, dementia, memory impairment, sore mouth, and tongue.
Is Norvap 1500mcg Injection safe?
Norvap 1500mcg Injection is generally well tolerated and considered safe. However, rare side effects may occur such as nausea, diarrhea, loss of appetite, and rash. If you experience a rash during treatment, discontinue use immediately.
How should Norvap 1500mcg Injection be administered?
Norvap 1500mcg Injection can be injected intravenously (directly into a vein) or intramuscularly (into a muscle). The usual dose is 1 ampoule (containing 0.5 mg of Norvap 1500mcg Injection), and it should be administered three times weekly. After two months, a single ampoule (containing 0.5 mg of Norvap 1500mcg Injection) should be taken every one to three months as part of long-term maintenance therapy.
What precautions need to be taken when administering Norvap 1500mcg Injection?
Do not administer Norvap 1500mcg Injection at the same site each time. If there is intense pain during injection, or if blood flows back into the syringe, remove the needle and re-insert it at a different site.
