Methycobal Dosage & Drug Information

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Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Mecobalamin

Indications/Uses

Listed in Dosage.

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Dosage/Direction for Use

Tab Peripheral neuropathies 1 tab tds. Amp Peripheral neuropathies 1 amp IM or IV 3 times/wk. Megaloblastic anemia due to vit B₁₂ deficiency 1 amp IM 3 times/wk. After 2 mth, 1 amp 1-3 mthly as maintenance.

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Administration

May be taken with or without food.

Special Precautions

Discontinue if there is no response after taking orally for several mth.

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Adverse Reactions

Infrequently: Anorexia, nausea, diarrhea, pain & induration at IM inj site. Rarely: Skin rash, headache, sweating or hot sensation.

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Storage

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Description

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Action

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MIMS Class

Nootropics & Neurotonics/Neurotrophics

ATC Classification

B03BA05 - mecobalamin ; Belongs to the class of vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin and analogues). Used in the treatment of anemia.

Regulatory Classification

Tab: NP, Inj: P₁S₁S₃

Presentation/Packing

Form

Methycobal inj 500 mcg/mL

Packing/Price

10 × 1's

Form

Methycobal tab 500 mcg

Packing/Price

100's

Methycobal

mecobalamin

Manufacturer:

Eisai

Distributor:

The Glory Medicina

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