Mecopen 500 mcg (Tablet)
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Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Mecobalamin |
| Company | Eskayef pharmaceuticals ltd |
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
- Cofactor in methionine synthase enzyme
- Neuronal function support
- Red blood cell formation aid
- DNA synthesis promoter
- Neuronal lipid synthesis
- Axonal nerve regeneration
- Axonal transport promotion
- Neuroprotective activity
Dosage & Administration
- 0.5 mg tablet 3 times daily after meal
- 1 ampoule (Mecobalamin 500 mcg) daily, administered IM or IV 3 times a week
- Dose adjustment based on age and symptoms
- Not recommended for use in children
Interaction
- Reduced absorption by neomycin
- Interaction with aminosalicylic acid
- Histamine H2-antagonists impact
- Omeprazole effect on absorption
- Colchicine interaction
- Possible serum concentration decrease with oral contraceptives
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Mecobalamin or other components
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 & lactating mother
- Usually compatible with breastfeeding according to the American Academy of Pediatrics due to distribution into breast milk
Precautions & Warnings
- Avoid aimless use for more than one month
- Prolonged use not recommended for patients handling mercury or mercury compounds
Therapeutic Class
Drugs for Megaloblastic Anemia
Storage Conditions
Store at room temperature, protect from moisture and light