Methylcobalamin Injection

Methycobal 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.

Uses of Methycobal Injection

• Helps in Vitamin B12 deficiency

Benefits of Methycobal Injection

Methycobal Injection is a supplement of vitamin B12. It is used to treat low levels of vitamin B12 in your body. Vitamin B12 is essential in the formation of red blood cells and helps in the absorption of iron in the body. It also helps your body to use fat and carbohydrates for energy and make new proteins. In combination with other vitamins, it helps in strengthening the immune system, improves the metabolism of the body, and is important for the nervous system.

Side Effects of Methycobal Injection

Most of the side effects do not require any medical observation and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them.

Severe side effects of Methycobal

• Decreased appetite
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Rash

How to use Methycobal 

This injection should only be used in presence of a medical expert. Injection should not be used on your own.

Precautions 

• This drug may interact with anticancer medications (arsenic trioxide), antimetabolites (mercaptopurine), antibiotics (chloramphenicol), and oral contraceptives.
• Do inform your doctor if you are suffering from hypokalaemia, optic nerve damage, malabsorption, and renal impairment.
• One can include fresh vegetables, fruits, and milk in your diet, for better results.
• One can choose to avoid oily and canned foods.
• Quit smoking and avoid drinking alcohol. 
• Avoid tea and coffee.
• Methycobal Injection should be used exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Follow all directions on the prescription label and read all medication guides before use.
• You should use it regularly and at a fixed time each day to get the most benefit from it. 
• This medicine may be only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes making changes to your diet and taking other medicines and supplements.
• Learn about the foods you should eat to make sure you get enough vitamin B12 in your diet.
• Methycobal Injection is generally safe and does not usually cause any common side effects.
• Some medicines can decrease the absorption of vitamin B12, let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe.
• To make sure it is safe for you, before using the medicine let your doctor also know if you have any medical conditions such as Leber’s disease, liver disease, or kidney disorder.

FAQs

Ques. How does this medicine help?

Ans. Methycobal Injection helps protect the nerves from damage and promotes blood cell production. It regulates body functions, such as cell multiplication, blood formation, and protein synthesis.

Ques. Can I take other medications with NEUROCAP Injection?

Ans. Proper guidance from a doctor is needed if you are taking chloramphenicol, colchicine, oral diabetes medicine, and drugs that reduce stomach acids such as cimetidine lansoprazole, omeprazole, and antibiotic medications. These medications may interfere with the Injection and cause unpleasant side effects or might make the medicine less effective.

Ques. Does Methycobal cause diarrhea?

Ans. Yes, this medication can cause diarrhea. Drink plenty of fluids and eat non-spicy food. If you experience severe diarrhea, please consult with your doctor.