NUROLOC-1500 | METHYLCOBALAMIN 1500MCG, BENZYL ALCOHOL 2/W/V, WATER FOR INJECTION

Methylcobalamin injection consists of man-made Vitamin B-12.  The medicine belongs to the class of vitamins used in the treatment of peripheral neuropathies and megaloblastic anemia caused by vitamin B12 deficiency. It is also used in the treatment of diabetic neuropathy (nerve damage caused by diabetes), peripheral neuropathy (peripheral nerve damage that affects hands, feet, and arms), and megaloblastic anemia (blood disorder) caused by vitamin B12 deficiency in affected individuals. Methylcobalamin injection is not recommended to be used by the patients for mecobalamin or other B12-containing medicines.

Do not self-medicate the medicine, take it under the guidance of a medical professional.  Take it as per the dosage and duration prescribed by the doctor.  Some people may observe side effects such as headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, skin rash, and/or hot flashes. Inform your doctor if you have Leber’s disease (an inherited form of vision loss) and/or suffering from low potassium level (with associated signs such as muscle twitches/cramps, low blood pressure), optic nerve disease (swelling and nerve damage to the eyes), kidney and/or liver problems.

Uses of Methylcobalamin Injection

Methylcobalamin is an artificially composed Vitamin B-12. The medications work by helping in the synthesis of myelin (lipid-rich material that covers nerve fibers) which protects the nerve fibers and thereby provides relief from diabetic & peripheral neuropathy, sciatica pain, and back pain in affected individuals. It also promotes nucleic acid synthesis in the bone marrow which helps in the maturation and division of erythroblasts thus preventing poor production of red blood cells and thereby improving megaloblastic anemia in affected individuals. Methylcobalamin injection is indicated in the following mentioned disease: 

• Treats diabetic and peripheral neuropathies
• Treats megaloblastic anemia (caused by vitamin B12 deficiency)
• Treats sciatica pain (leg pain), back pain, and general weakness in affected individuals.

Side Effects of Methylcobalamin Injection

There are mild to moderate side effects of Methylcobalamin Injection that get resolved over time. The side effects are unique for all users as they depend on the physiological condition and response to the medicine. In case your side effects get worse with time, immediately consult your doctor. Some commonly observed side effects of Methylcobalamin injection are given below:

• Painfulness or tenderness at the injection site
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Loss of appetite
• Headache

Drug Interaction 

Drugs have a tendency to interact with other drugs when taken together. The drugs also may interact with certain food items and health conditions. Avoid taking Methylcobalamin with the following mentioned drugs:

•  anticancer medications (arsenic trioxide)
• antimetabolites (mercaptopurine)
• antibiotics (chloramphenicol)
• oral contraceptives

Precautions and Warnings 

1. Avoid consuming alcohol with Methylcobalamin as it may interact and cause adverse health effects. 

2. Do not take Methylcobalamin without your doctor’s consultation if you are pregnant or breastfeeding your newborn. 

3. Store the Methylcobalamin injection in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight. 

4. Keep the Methylcobalamin injection out of reach of children and pets. Carefully, dispose of expired and discarded medicines. 

5. Do not take Methylcobalamin injections if you are suffering from liver or kidney disorders.