Mico-B 2.5mg Injection
vial of 2.0 ml Injection.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Methylcobalamin (2.5mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Elfin Pharma Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Mico-B 2.5mg Injection is a man-made form of vitamin B12 used to treat deficiency of vitamin B12 in the body. Mico-B 2.5mg Injection is a form of vitamin B12 that restores its level in the body thereby helping in treating certain anemias and nerve problems. 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.
Mico-B 2.5mg Injection is a form of vitamin B12 that restores its level in the body thereby helping in treating certain anemias and nerve problems.
What is Mico-B 2.5mg Injection?
Mico-B 2.5mg Injection contains Vitamin B12, an essential nutrient that plays a critical role in red blood cell production and maintaining a healthy nervous system. It also helps release energy from food and facilitates the use of vitamin B11 (folic acid).
Why am I unable to get sufficient Vitamin B12 through my diet?
Vitamin B12 is naturally present in foods like meat, fish, eggs, and dairy products. Vegetarians and vegans may face difficulty obtaining adequate Vitamin B12 from their diets as it isn't found naturally in fruits, vegetables, or grains. Therefore, individuals following a vegetarian or vegan diet might be prone to vitamin B12 deficiency.
What are the consequences of having Vitamin B12 deficiency?
Vitamin B12 deficiency can manifest as tiredness and weakness, constipation, loss of appetite, weight loss, and megaloblastic anemia (an increase in red blood cell size). Additionally, it may lead to nerve problems such as numbness and tingling in the hands and feet. Other potential symptoms include balance issues, depression, confusion, dementia, poor memory, and dryness or soreness in the mouth or tongue.
Is Mico-B 2.5mg Injection safe?
Mico-B 2.5mg Injection is generally well-tolerated and considered safe. However, rare side effects may occur, such as nausea, diarrhea, anorexia, and rash. If a rash develops, discontinue the medication immediately.
How should Mico-B 2.5mg Injection be administered?
Mico-B 2.5mg Injection can be administered intravenously (directly into a vein) or intramuscularly (into a muscle). The usual dose is 0.5 mg of Mico-B 2.5mg Injection, administered three times a week. After two months, 0.5 mg of Mico-B 2.5mg Injection is given every one to three months as part of maintenance therapy.
What precautions should I take while administering Mico-B 2.5mg Injection?
Avoid injecting at the same site each time. If you experience intense pain during injection or if blood flows back into the syringe, remove the needle and re-insert it at a different location.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
- No common side effects listed.
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Mico-B 2.5mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Mico-B 2.5mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Mico-B 2.5mg Injection 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.
