Vitamin B9 / Folic Acid / Folate+Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine+Alpha Lipoic Acid+Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin+Benfotiamine
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Molecule Summary
| Uses | Diabetic Neuropathy |
| Therapy | Drugs For Peripheral Neuropathy |
| Side Effects | Dizziness, headache, sleepiness, increased appetite |
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Molecule Description
Vitamin B9 / Folic Acid / Folate+Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine+Alpha Lipoic Acid+Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin+Benfotiamine is used to manage or treat painful diabetic neuropathy in diabetic patients. Diabetic neuropathy is a condition caused due to the complication of uncontrolled diabetes (high blood sugar levels) resulting in nerve damage. You may experience symptoms such as sharp pains, tingling or painful sensations like needles and pins, numbness in legs, etc. Vitamin B9 / Folic Acid / Folate+Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine+Alpha Lipoic Acid+Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin+Benfotiamine contains folic acid, methylcobalamin, pyridoxine, alpha-lipoic acid and benfotiamine as the active ingredients. This medicine acts by improving nerve functioning and preventing nerve damage. Vitamin B9 / Folic Acid / Folate+Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine+Alpha Lipoic Acid+Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin+Benfotiamine must be taken in a dose and duration recommended by the doctor. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor. You can take this medicine with or without food. Inform your doctor about all the medical conditions and the medication for the same. This medicine should not be used in children below 18 years of age.
Uses
Vitamin B9 / Folic Acid / Folate+Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine+Alpha Lipoic Acid+Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin+Benfotiamine is used to treat painful diabetic neuropathy in adults.
Contraindications
When should one not use Vitamin B9 / Folic Acid / Folate+Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine+Alpha Lipoic Acid+Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin+Benfotiamine
If you are allergic to methylcobalamin, alpha-lipoic acid, pyridoxine, folic acid, benfotiamine or any other ingredient of Vitamin B9 / Folic Acid / Folate+Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine+Alpha Lipoic Acid+Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin+Benfotiamine.
Side effects
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Dizziness
- Sleepiness
- Headache
- Blurred vision
- Increase appetite
- Constipation
- Stomach discomfort
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You are allergic to this medicine.
- You have diabetes, heart failure, kidney disease, spinal cord injury.
- You experience dizziness, sleepiness, loss of consciousness, confusion, etc.
- You experience vision-related problems such as loss of vision, blurred vision, etc.
- You experience any withdrawal effects such as fits, depression, sleeplessness, headache, nausea, anxiety, diarrhoea, etc.
- You have or experience any psychological behaviour, dependence, constipation, etc.
- You have Leber's disease (an eye condition that leads to blindness).
- Vitamin B9 / Folic Acid / Folate+Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine+Alpha Lipoic Acid+Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin+Benfotiamine should not be used in children below 18 years of age.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
- Benfotiamine is a fat-soluble form of vitamin B1 (thiamine) that supports nerve function.
- Methylcobalamin (vitamin B12) helps in the formation of nerve cells and regeneration of damaged nerves.
- Vitamin B9, also known as folic acid, is one of the important vitamins which play a significant role in DNA and the synthesis of amino acids. It is crucial for cell division and the development of blood cells.
- Vitamin B6 or pyridoxine is a crucial component for various reactions and acts as a coenzyme in the body. Adequate supply is a must for proper nerve function and bone formation & regeneration.
- Alpha-lipoic acid is an antioxidant, acts by delaying or reversing and protecting nerve cell damage.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Vitamin B9 / Folic Acid / Folate+Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine+Alpha Lipoic Acid+Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin+Benfotiamine works or Vitamin B9 / Folic Acid / Folate+Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine+Alpha Lipoic Acid+Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin+Benfotiamine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Especially if you are on medicines used to treat brain-related disease or any movement-related diseases such as levodopa, lorazepam, etc.
Dosage
Overdose
Overdose of Vitamin B9 / Folic Acid / Folate+Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine+Alpha Lipoic Acid+Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin+Benfotiamine may cause fits, confusion, agitation, etc. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
If you missed any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.
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