Nubal 15 Injection
Manufacturer
Alys Lifevision
Salt Composition
Methylcobalamin (1500mcg)
Key Information
Short Description
Nubal 15 Injection is a man-made form of vitamin B12 used to treat deficiency of vitamin B12 in the body.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Nubal 15 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 Nubal 15 Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Nubal 15 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
Nubal 15 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
Nubal 15 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 Nubal 15 Injection?
Nubal 15 Injection contains vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient required for producing red blood cells and maintaining a healthy nervous system. It also plays a role in releasing energy from food and using vitamin B11 (folic acid).
Why can't I get sufficient vitamin B12 from my diet?
Vitamin B12 is naturally found in animal products like meat, fish, eggs, and dairy. Vegetarians or vegans who don’t consume these foods may not get enough vitamin B12. It's crucial for those following plant-based diets to supplement with a vitamin B12 source.
What happens if I have vitamin B12 deficiency?
Vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to fatigue, weakness, constipation, loss of appetite, weight loss, and megaloblastic anemia (large and unhealthy red blood cells). It can also cause nerve problems such as numbness and tingling in the hands and feet. Other symptoms include balance issues, depression, confusion, dementia, poor memory, and sores inside the mouth or tongue.
Is Nubal 15 Injection safe?
Nubal 15 Injection is generally well-tolerated and considered safe. However, some people may experience rare side effects such as nausea, diarrhea, anorexia, or skin rash. Discontinue the medicine if you develop a rash.
How should Nubal 15 Injection be administered?
Nubal 15 Injection can be injected directly into a vein (intravenously) or muscle (intramuscularly). The usual dose is 1 ampoule (0.5 mg of Nubal 15 Injection) and is given 3 times a week, followed by maintenance therapy with 1 ampoule every one to three months.
What precautions should I take when administering Nubal 15 Injection?
Alternate injection sites. If there's intense pain while injecting or blood flows back into the syringe, remove the needle and try again at a different site.
