Pretec 2500mcg Injection
Manufacturer
Skg Internationals
Salt Composition
Methylcobalamin (2500mcg)
Key Information
Short Description
Pretec 2500mcg Injection is a man-made form of vitamin B12 used to treat deficiency of vitamin B12 in the body.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Pretec 2500mcg Injection is a man-made form of vitamin B12. 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 Pretec 2500mcg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Pretec 2500mcg 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
Pretec 2500mcg 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
Pretec 2500mcg Injection is a form of vitamin B12 that restores its level in the body thereby helping in treating certain anemias and nerve problems.
Quick Tips
Pretec 2500mcg Injection helps replenish vitamin B12 level in your body. This further helps in regeneration of damaged nerves in the body. Avoid or limit alcohol consumption while taking this medication.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Pretec 2500mcg Injection?
Pretec 2500mcg Injection contains vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient that the body needs to make red blood cells and maintain a healthy nervous system. It also helps release energy from food and use vitamin B11 (folic acid).
Why might I be deficient in vitamin B12?
You can get vitamin B12 from sources like meat, fish, eggs, and dairy products. However, vegetarians or vegans may not get enough Vitamin B12 as it is not found naturally in foods like fruits, vegetables, and grains. Therefore, a deficiency of vitamin B12 is more common in individuals who follow vegetarian or vegan diets.
What happens if I have vitamin B12 deficiency?
A deficiency in vitamin B12 can lead to symptoms such as tiredness and weakness, constipation, loss of appetite, weight loss, and megaloblastic anemia (a condition where red blood cells become larger than normal). It may also cause nerve problems like numbness and tingling in the hands and feet. Other potential symptoms include balance problems, depression, confusion, dementia, poor memory, soreness of the mouth or tongue.
Is Pretec 2500mcg Injection safe?
Pretec 2500mcg Injection is generally well tolerated and considered safe. However, in rare cases, some side effects may occur such as nausea, diarrhea, anorexia, or rash. Discontinue the use of this medicine if a rash occurs.
How should Pretec 2500mcg Injection be administered?
Pretec 2500mcg Injection can be injected directly into a vein (intravenously) or into a muscle (intramuscularly). The usual dose is 1 ampoule (0.5 mg of Pretec 2500mcg Injection), and it is given three times a week. After two months, 1 ampoule (0.5 mg of Pretec 2500mcg Injection) is administered every one to three months as part of maintenance therapy.
What precautions should be taken when administering Pretec 2500mcg Injection?
Avoid injecting the medication in the same site each time. If there's intense pain while injecting or if blood flows back into the syringe, remove the needle and re-insert at a different site.
