Nuroden 500 Injection
Manufacturer
Halden Healthcare & Research Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Methylcobalamin (500mcg/ml)
Key Information
Short Description
Nuroden 500 Injection is a man-made form of vitamin B12 used to treat deficiency of vitamin B12 in the body.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Nuroden 500 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 Nuroden 500 Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Nuroden 500 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
Nuroden 500 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
Nuroden 500 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 Nuroden 500 Injection?
Nuroden 500 Injection is a solution containing vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient that the body needs to produce red blood cells and maintain a healthy nervous system. It also helps release energy from food and utilize vitamin B11 (folate).
Why can't I get enough vitamin B12 through my diet?
You can obtain vitamin B12 from meat, fish, eggs, and dairy products. Individuals who follow a vegetarian or vegan diet may experience difficulties in obtaining sufficient vitamin B12 as it is not naturally present in plant-based foods like fruits, vegetables, and grains. Consequently, those following a vegetarian or vegan diet are at higher risk for vitamin B12 deficiency.
What happens if I develop vitamin B12 deficiency?
Vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, constipation, loss of appetite, weight loss, and megaloblastic anemia (an abnormal enlargement of red blood cells). It may also cause nerve problems like numbness or tingling in the hands and feet. Other potential symptoms include balance issues, depression, confusion, dementia, poor memory, and soreness in the mouth or tongue.
Is Nuroden 500 Injection safe?
Nuroden 500 Injection is generally well-tolerated. However, rare side effects like nausea, diarrhea, anorexia, and rash may occur in some patients. It's crucial to discontinue this medication if you experience a rash.
How should Nuroden 500 Injection be administered?
Nuroden 500 Injection can be given directly into the vein (intravenously) or into muscle (intramuscularly). The usual dosage is 1 ampoule (0.5 mg of Nuroden 500 Injection), administered three times per week. After two months, a single dose of 1 ampoule (0.5 mg of Nuroden 500 Injection) is given every one to three months as part of maintenance therapy.
What precautions should be taken while administering Nuroden 500 Injection?
When administering Nuroden 500 Injection, avoid injecting it at the same site repeatedly. If you experience intense pain during injection or if blood returns to the syringe, withdraw the needle and re-insert at a different location.
