Mecolagin 500 mcg/ml (IM/IV Injection)

1 ml ampoule: ৳ 30.00 (1 x 5: ৳ 150.00)

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Mecobalamin
Company	Incepta pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as	Mecolagin 500 mcg chewable tablet

Indications

Peripheral neuropathy
Diabetic neuropathy
Alcoholic neuropathy
Drug induced neuropathy
Entrapment neuropathy
Lumbago
Intercostal neuralgia
Diabetic retinopathy
Multiple sclerosis
Vertebral syndrome
Parkinson's disease
Alzheimer's disease
Bell's palsy
Megaloblastic anemia due to vitamin B12 deficiency

Pharmacology

Coenzyme form of vitamin B12
Required for integrity of myelin
Neuronal function
Red blood cell formation
DNA synthesis
Promotes axonal transport
Neuroprotective activity

Dosage & Administration

0.5 mg tablet 3 times daily after meal
IM or IV 3 times a week for peripheral neuropathies
IM or IV 3 times a week for megaloblastic anemia
Dosage adjustment according to age and severity of symptoms
Not recommended for use in children

Interaction

Reduced absorption by neomycin
Reduced absorption by aminosalicylic acid
Reduced absorption by histamine H2-antagonists
Reduced absorption by omeprazole
Reduced absorption by colchicine
Decreased serum concentrations by oral contraceptives

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to Mecobalamin or other components of the formulation

Side Effects

Rash
Anorexia
Nausea/vomiting
Diarrhea
Headache
Anaphylactoid reaction
Hot sensation
Diaphoresis
Pain/induration at the site of intramuscular injection

Pregnancy & Lactation

No data available for use in pregnant women and lactating mothers
Vitamin B12 distributed into breast milk
Use considered usually compatible with breastfeeding by the American Academy of Pediatrics

Precautions & Warnings

Not to be used aimlessly for more than one month
Avoid prolonged use of larger doses for patients handling mercury or mercury compounds

Therapeutic Class

Drugs for Megaloblastic Anemia

Storage Conditions

Store at room temperature
Protect from moisture and light

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