Nuricon 1500mcg Injection
Manufacturer
Scythian Healthcare
Salt Composition
Methylcobalamin (1500mcg)
Key Information
Short Description
Nuricon 1500mcg Injection is a man-made form of vitamin B12 used to treat deficiency of vitamin B12 in the body.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Nuricon 1500mcg Injection is a form of vitamin B12 that restores its level in the body thereby helping in treating certain anemias and nerve problems. 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 Nuricon 1500mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Nuricon 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
Nuricon 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
Nuricon 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 Nuricon 1500mcg Injection?
Nuricon 1500mcg Injection is a form of vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient that your body needs to make red blood cells and maintain a healthy nervous system. It's also important for releasing energy from food and using vitamin B11 (folic acid).
Why can’t I get sufficient vitamin B12 in my diet?
You may not be getting enough vitamin B12 from your diet, especially if you are vegetarian or vegan. Vitamin B12 is not found naturally in fruits, vegetables, and grains like plant-based diets often include.
What happens if I have vitamin B12 deficiency?
Vitamin B12 deficiency may lead to feelings of tiredness or weakness, constipation, loss of appetite, weight loss, and megaloblastic anemia (a condition where red blood cells become larger than normal). It can also cause nerve problems such as numbness and tingling in the hands and feet. Other symptoms include balance problems, depression, confusion, dementia, poor memory, and soreness of the mouth or tongue.
Is Nuricon 1500mcg Injection safe?
Nuricon 1500mcg Injection is generally well tolerated and considered safe. However, some rare side effects may occur, such as nausea, diarrhea, or anorexia, and rash. If you experience a rash, stop taking this medicine immediately.
How should Nuricon 1500mcg Injection be given?
Nuricon 1500mcg Injection can be injected into a vein (intravenously) or muscle (intramuscularly). The usual dose is 1 ampoule (0.5 mg of Nuricon 1500mcg Injection), and it's given 3 times per week. After two months, 1 ampoule (0.5 mg of Nuricon 1500mcg Injection) is administered every one to three months as part of long-term treatment.
What precautions need to be taken while administering Nuricon 1500mcg Injection?
Avoid injecting at the same site each time. If you experience intense pain during injection or if blood flows back into the syringe, remove the needle and re-insert at a different site.
