Paribion 1500mcg Injection
Manufacturer
Adchem Biotech
Salt Composition
Methylcobalamin (1500mcg)
Key Information
Short Description
Paribion 1500mcg Injection is a man-made form of vitamin B12 used to treat deficiency of vitamin B12 in the body.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Paribion 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 Paribion 1500mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Paribion 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
Paribion 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
Paribion 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 Paribion 1500mcg Injection?
Paribion 1500mcg Injection contains vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 plays a vital role in the body's production of red blood cells and maintaining a healthy nervous system. It also helps release energy from food and utilize folate (vitamin B11).
Why might I not get enough vitamin B12 through my diet?
You may have difficulty obtaining sufficient vitamin B12 from your diet if you are vegetarian or vegan. Unlike other foods, vitamin B12 isn't naturally found in fruits, vegetables and grains.
What happens if I experience a vitamin B12 deficiency?
Vitamin B12 deficiency can manifest as fatigue, weakness, constipation, loss of appetite, weight loss, and megaloblastic anemia (an enlarged red blood cell condition). It can also lead to nerve problems like numbness and tingling in the hands and feet. Other potential symptoms include balance issues, depression, confusion, dementia, impaired memory, and soreness of the mouth or tongue.
Is Paribion 1500mcg Injection safe?
Paribion 1500mcg Injection is generally well tolerated. However, there's a possibility of rare side effects like nausea, diarrhea, anorexia, and rash. If a rash appears during use, stop taking the medication immediately.
How should Paribion 1500mcg Injection be administered?
Paribion 1500mcg Injection can be injected either intravenously or intramuscularly. The usual dose is 0.5mg (one ampoule) and is administered three times weekly for initial treatment, followed by maintenance therapy with one ampoule every one to three months.
What precautions are necessary when administering Paribion 1500mcg Injection?
Avoid injecting the same site repeatedly. If you experience intense pain during injection or blood flows back into the syringe, remove the needle and re-inject at a different site.
