Vitamin B9 / Folic Acid / Folate+L-Carnitine / Levocarnitine / Carnitine+Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin
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Molecule Summary
| Uses | Vitamin and nutritional deficiencies |
| Therapy | Multivitamin |
| Side Effects | Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain or cramps, diarrhoea, flatulence, altered taste, muscle weakness |
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Molecule Description
Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin+Vitamin B9 / Folic Acid / Folate+L-Carnitine / Levocarnitine / Carnitine is a health supplement used to treat vitamin and nutritional deficiencies associated with various conditions. It is a combination of levocarnitine, mecobalamin (vitamin B12) and folic acid (vitamin B9).
Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin+Vitamin B9 / Folic Acid / Folate+L-Carnitine / Levocarnitine / Carnitine works by ensuring the optimal supply of nutrition and improving overall health. This medicine should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed.
Before you start taking this supplement, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take. Also, inform him about the ailments or diseases you suffer from before starting this medicine.
Dietary supplements are intended to supplement the diets of some people and must not be used as a substitute for a well-balanced, varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. The dose and duration for taking Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin+Vitamin B9 / Folic Acid / Folate+L-Carnitine / Levocarnitine / Carnitine are determined by the doctor after the diagnosis. Do not take more than the prescribed dose.
Uses
Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin+Vitamin B9 / Folic Acid / Folate+L-Carnitine / Levocarnitine / Carnitine is used to treat primary systemic carnitine deficiencies (a condition in which the body is unable to use certain fats for energy, resulting in chronic diseases). It is also used to treat cardiomyopathy (weak heart muscles), skeletal myopathy (weak voluntary muscles) and ischaemic cardiomyopathy (coronary heart disease). It is used for the treatment and prevention of vitamin and nutritional deficiencies.
Contraindications
When should one not use Vitamin B9 / Folic Acid / Folate+L-Carnitine / Levocarnitine / Carnitine+Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin
If you are allergic to Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin+Vitamin B9 / Folic Acid / Folate+L-Carnitine / Levocarnitine / Carnitine or any other components of this medicine
Side effects
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhoea
- Flatulence
- Altered (or bitter) taste
- Muscle weakness
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have kidney related problems
- You have vitamin B12 or folate deficiency.
- You have Leber's disease, a hereditary eye disease.
- You have any existing medical conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, heart, liver or prostate problems or any other diseases, make sure to consult your doctor before starting Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin+Vitamin B9 / Folic Acid / Folate+L-Carnitine / Levocarnitine / Carnitine.
- You are going to undergo any surgery or operation.
- Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin+Vitamin B9 / Folic Acid / Folate+L-Carnitine / Levocarnitine / Carnitine should be taken in doses and duration as prescribed by the doctor.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
- Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin+Vitamin B9 / Folic Acid / Folate+L-Carnitine / Levocarnitine / Carnitine works by the combined action of its three different constituents
- Mecobalamin: It is a form of vitamin B12 which helps in the formation of nerve cells and regeneration of damaged nerves in the brain.
- Levocarnitine: Levocarnitine acts as a transporter for nutrients and fatty acids to reach out to the cells. It removes toxins before they reach a toxic concentration.
- Folic acid: It is involved in certain reactions such as methylation and synthesis of neurotransmitters.
Interactions
Interactions with food items
- Take it as directed by your doctor; if it upsets your stomach, take it after meals.
- Avoid alcohol and spicy or oily foods while taking it.
- Eat a balanced diet to support the effectiveness of your medicine.
- Take it at the same time daily.
Dosage
Overdose
If you think you have taken too much of Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin+Vitamin B9 / Folic Acid / Folate+L-Carnitine / Levocarnitine / Carnitine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
If you miss any dose of Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin+Vitamin B9 / Folic Acid / Folate+L-Carnitine / Levocarnitine / Carnitine, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it's time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.
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