Manufacturer: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition : Methylcobalamin(500mcg)
Strip of 10 Tablet
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Mecofol 10 Tablet For Vitamin B12 Deficiency should be taken in dosage and duration as advised by the doctor. The dosage should not be exceeded without the consultation of a doctor. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines.
Common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, and headache. If any of this bothers you, you should let your doctor know. before taking this medicine, let your doctor if you have any preexisting medical condition. Let your doctor also know about all the medicines you are taking.
Methylcobalamin is an active form of vitamin B12, and a coenzyme of methionine synthase, which is required for DNA and protein methylation. In addition, methylcobalamin facilitates neurite outgrowth and inhibits neural apoptosis through the Erk1/2 and Akt signaling pathways.
Pharmacokinetics. Methylcobalamin can be administered orally, parenterally and intranasal. Methylcobalamin binds with an intrinsic factor and form a complex which is absorbed in distal ileum. Its half life is 6 days.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Mecofol
Vomiting
Loss of appetite
Headache
Severe side effects of Mecofol
Decreased appetite
Diarrhea
Nausea
Rash
You should not use methylcobalamin if you are allergic to vitamin B12 or cobalt. Tell your doctor if you have ever had: Leber's disease or other form of optic nerve damage; an iron or folic acid deficiency
Mecofol 10 Tablet For Vitamin B12 Deficiency 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.
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Mecofol 10 Tablet For Vitamin B12 Deficiency. Please consult your doctor.
Mecofol 10 Tablet For Vitamin B12 Deficiency is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Methylcobalamin is used for the treatment of vitamin B12 deficiency. Vitamin B12 is very important for the brain and nerves and for the production of red blood cells. The medication is used in people with Pernicious anemia, diabetes and other conditions.
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Do not chew, crush or break it. Mecofol 10 Tablet For Vitamin B12 Deficiency may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
Mecofol 10 Tablet For Vitamin B12 Deficiency 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.
Do not stop taking the medication even if your symptoms improve. Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Mecofol 10 Tablet For Vitamin B12 Deficiency may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. What is Mecofol 10 Tablet For Vitamin B12 Deficiency?
Mecofol 10 Tablet For Vitamin B12 Deficiency contains vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient which is required by the body to make red blood cells and maintain a healthy nervous system. It is also important for releasing energy from food and using vitamin B11 (folic acid).
Q. Why can’t I get sufficient vitamin B12 from my diet?
You can get vitamin B12 from sources like meat, fish, eggs and dairy products. While people who are vegetarian or vegan may not get Vitamin B12 as it is not found naturally in foods such as fruits, vegetables and grains. Therefore, deficiency of Vitamin B12 is usually noticed in vegetarians or vegans.
Q. What happens if I have vitamin B12 deficiency?
Deficiency of vitamin B12 may cause tiredness, weakness, constipation, loss of appetite, weight loss and megaloblastic anemia (a condition when red blood cells become larger in size than normal). It may also lead to nerve problems such as numbness and tingling in the hands and feet. Other symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency may include problems with balance, depression, confusion, dementia, poor memory and soreness of the mouth or tongue.
Q. How should Mecofol 10 Tablet For Vitamin B12 Deficiency be taken?
Mecofol 10 Tablet For Vitamin B12 Deficiency should be taken in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. However, it would be best to take it at the same time each day to avoid the chances of missing a dose.
