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Introduction About MECOAR GOLD INJECTION
MECOAR GOLD INJECTION contains Methylcobalamin, which belongs to the group of medicines called Vitamins. MECOAR GOLD INJECTION is used to manage diabetic neuropathy (nerve damage caused by diabetes), peripheral neuropathy (peripheral nerve damage that affects hands, feet, and arms), and megaloblastic anaemia (blood disorder) caused by vitamin B12 deficiency in affected individuals.
MECOAR GOLD INJECTION is also used to manage sciatica pain (leg pain), back pain, and general weakness in affected individuals.
MECOAR GOLD INJECTION is not recommended for use in patients allergic to mecobalamin and/or other B12-containing medicines.
Before receiving MECOAR GOLD INJECTION, inform your doctor if you have Leber's disease (an inherited form of vision loss) and/or are suffering from low potassium levels (with associated signs such as muscle twitches/cramps, low blood pressure), optic nerve disease (swelling and nerve damage to the eyes), and kidney and/or liver problems.
MECOAR GOLD INJECTION is not recommended for use during pregnancy and in breastfeeding women. It should be used with caution in children and adolescents (aged 6 months to 18 years) and in elderly patients (aged above 65 years) after consulting the doctor.
The most common side effects of receiving MECOAR GOLD INJECTION are headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, skin rash, and/or hot flushes. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects worsen.
Uses Of MECOAR GOLD INJECTION
- Manage diabetic and peripheral neuropathies
- Manage megaloblastic anaemia (caused by vitamin B12 deficiency)
- Manage sciatica pain (leg pain), back pain, and general weakness in affected individuals.
How MECOAR GOLD INJECTION Works
MECOAR GOLD INJECTION works by aiding in the synthesis of myelin (a lipid-rich material that covers nerve fibers), which helps in protecting the nerve fibers and thereby providing relief from diabetic and 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 managing poor production of red blood cells and thereby improving megaloblastic anaemia in affected individuals.
How to use MECOAR GOLD INJECTION
MECOAR GOLD INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into a vein as an intravenous injection or into the muscle as an intramuscular injection. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight, and disease condition.
Side Effects Of MECOAR GOLD INJECTION
Common
- Headache
- Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite
- Skin rash, hot flushes.
Rare
Stop receiving MECOAR GOLD INJECTION and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
- Signs of severe allergic reactions such as wheezing, chest tightness, fever, itching, bad cough, blue/grey skin colour, seizures, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, and/or swelling/pain in the leg or arm.
How To Manage Side Effects
Diarrhea
Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated. Try to avoid taking any medicine on your own to manage diarrhea. Consult your doctor and inform them if the symptom gets worse.
Headache
If MECOAR GOLD INJECTION causes headache, then take rest and drink plenty of fluids. Try to avoid drinking alcohol. Ask your doctor to recommend a painkiller. Headaches should usually go away after the first week of receiving MECOAR GOLD INJECTION. If it lasts more than a week or is severe, inform your doctor.
Nausea And Vomiting
Receive MECOAR GOLD INJECTION with or just after a meal. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oil-rich or spicy foods, sugary snacks, and drinks. Avoid drinking too much liquid along with your meals, drink slowly in between meals. Talk with your doctor if the condition worsens.
Warning & Precautions
Pregnancy
ContraindicatedMECOAR GOLD INJECTION is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before receiving MECOAR GOLD INJECTION.
Breastfeeding
ContraindicatedMECOAR GOLD INJECTION is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before receiving MECOAR GOLD INJECTION.
Kidney
Use with CautionMECOAR GOLD INJECTION should be received with caution in patients with kidney problems. Consult your doctor before receiving the medicine.
Liver
Use with CautionMECOAR GOLD INJECTION should be received with caution in patients with liver problems. Consult your doctor before receiving the medicine.
Allergy
ContraindicatedDo not receive MECOAR GOLD INJECTION if you are allergic to methylcobalamin, other B12-containing medicines, and/or any other ingredients of this medicine.
Use In Pediatrics
Use with CautionMECOAR GOLD INJECTION should be used with caution in children and adolescents (aged 6 months to 18 years). Consult your doctor before receiving MECOAR GOLD INJECTION.
Use In Geriatrics
Use with CautionMECOAR GOLD INJECTION should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years). Consult your doctor before receiving the medicine.
Others
Before receiving MECOAR GOLD INJECTION, inform your doctor if you:
- Have Leber's disease (an inherited form of vision loss)
- Have signs of a low potassium level in the blood, such as muscle twitches or cramps, low blood pressure, faintness, and/or excessive urination or thirst
- Are suffering from optic nerve disease (swelling and nerve damage to the eyes).
Interactions
A. Drug-drug interactions:
Before receiving MECOAR GOLD INJECTION, inform your doctor if you are receiving any of the following medicine:
- Neomycin (used to manage bacterial skin infections)
- Amino salicylic acid (used to manage tuberculosis)
- Histamine H2-antagonists (used to manage recurrence of duodenal ulcers) Ex. ranitidine, famotidine
- Colchicine (used in the management of gout)
- Oral contraceptives (used to manage pregnancy) Ex. ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone
- Chloramphenicol (used to manage bacterial infections)
- Cimetidine (used to manage ulcers of the stomach and intestines)
Overdosage:
MECOAR GOLD INJECTION will be administered to you only by a doctor or a nurse in a hospital, and so it is unlikely to receive an overdose. However, consult your doctor or nurse if you experience any unusual symptoms.
Synopsis
| Drug | : | Mecobalamin |
| Pharmacological Category | : | Vitamin B12 |
| Therapeutic Indication | : | Diabetic neuropathy, Peripheral neuropathy, Megaloblastic anaemia, General weakness, Sciatica pain, Back pain |
| Dosage Forms | : | Tablet, Oral disintegrating strip, Injection, Nasal spray, Prefilled Syringe |
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Storage
- Keep MECOAR GOLD INJECTION out of reach of children
- Store MECOAR GOLD INJECTION below 30°C
FAQs About MECOAR GOLD INJECTION
Q: What is MECOAR GOLD INJECTION used for?
A: MECOAR GOLD INJECTION is used to manage diabetic neuropathy (nerve damage caused by diabetes), peripheral neuropathy (peripheral nerve damage that affects hands, feet, and arms), and megaloblastic anaemia (blood disorder) caused by vitamin B12 deficiency. It is also used to manage sciatica pain (leg pain), back pain, and general weakness in affected individuals.
Q: How MECOAR GOLD INJECTION is received?
A; MECOAR GOLD INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into a vein as an intravenous injection or into the muscle as an intramuscular injection. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight, and disease condition.
Q: What are the side effects of MECOAR GOLD INJECTION?
A: The most common side effects of receiving MECOAR GOLD INJECTION are headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, skin rash and/or hot flushes. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects worsen.
Q: How MECOAR GOLD INJECTION works?
A: MECOAR GOLD INJECTION works by aiding in the synthesis of myelin (a lipid-rich material that covers nerve fibers), which helps in protecting the nerve fibers and thereby providing relief from diabetic and 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 managing poor production of red blood cells and thereby improving megaloblastic anaemia in affected individuals.
Q: Does MECOAR GOLD INJECTION cause headache?
A: Yes, MECOAR GOLD INJECTION causes headaches, as it is the commonest side effect associated with the use of MECOAR GOLD INJECTION. If such side effects are experienced after receiving the medicine, then try to take rest and drink plenty of fluids. Try to avoid drinking alcohol. Ask your doctor to recommend a painkiller. Headaches should usually go away after the first week of receiving MECOAR GOLD INJECTION. If it lasts more than a week or is severe, then inform your doctor.
Q: Is MECOAR GOLD INJECTION safe during pregnancy?
A: MECOAR GOLD INJECTION is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before receiving it.
Q: Who should not use MECOAR GOLD INJECTION?
A: Do not receive MECOAR GOLD INJECTION if you are allergic to methylcobalamin, other B12-containing medicines, and/or any other ingredients of this medicine.
Q: What precautions must be taken while using MECOAR GOLD INJECTION?
A: Before receiving MECOAR GOLD INJECTION, inform your doctor if you have Leber's disease (inherited form of vision loss), signs of low potassium level in blood such as muscle twitches/cramps, low blood pressure, faintness, and/or excessive urination/thirst, or are suffering from optic nerve disease (swelling and nerve damage to the eyes), or have kidney problems or liver problems.
Q: Can MECOAR GOLD INJECTION be used in children?
A: MECOAR GOLD INJECTION should be used with caution in children and adolescents (aged 6 months to 18 years). Consult your doctor before receiving MECOAR GOLD INJECTION.
Q: Is MECOAR GOLD INJECTION good for nerves?
A: MECOAR GOLD INJECTION is a form of vitamin B12 that helps in the production of DNA, RNA, and proteins. It also helps regenerate nerves and aids in the formation of lecithin, which helps repair damaged nerves.
References
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3. Emmanuel Andrès, Thomas Vogel, Laure Federici, Jacques Zimmer, Ecaterina Ciobanu, and Georges Kaltenbach. Cobalamin Deficiency in Elderly Patients: A Personal View. NIH National Library of Medicine. National Center for Biotechnology Information. PMC PubMed Central. May 2008. [Accessed on 5th August 2024] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2672039/
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