Mecoder Injection

By ELDER PHARMACEUTICALS LTD

2ml Injection

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Mecoder 500 MCG Description

Mecoder Injection is used to treat vitamin B12 deficiency, anaemia and a painful nerve disease called peripheral neuropathy. It contains mecobalamin or methylcobalamin also known as vitamin B12. It h

elps in red blood cell formation, cell metabolism, nerve function and the production of DNA. This medicine will be given in the hospital by your doctor or nurse as an injection. Do not self-inject it. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from, before starting Mecoder Injection.

Product Summary

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Contains	Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin(500.0 Mcg)
Uses	Vitamin B12 deficiency
Side effects	Pain and swelling at injection site, skin rash, itching
Therapy	VITAMIN

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Mecoder 500 MCG

Mecoder Injection is used to treat vitamin B12 deficiency and megaloblastic anaemia (a blood disorder caused due to deficiency of vitamin B12). It is used in the treatment of painful nerve disease cal...

Contraindications of Mecoder 500 MCG

If you are allergic to Mecobalamin or any other ingredients of Mecoder Injection.
If you are suffering from any type of kidney disease.
If you have or have ever had Leber's hereditary optic neuropathy (slow, painless loss of vision, first in one eye and then in the other eye).

Side effects of Mecoder 500 MCG

Pain and swelling at injection site
Skin rash
Itching
Swelling
Muscle cramps
Weakness
Dizziness
Difficulty in breathing
Diarrhoea
Headache

Precautions and Warnings of Mecoder 500 MCG

Pregnancy

Can I take Mecoder Injection during pregnancy?

Your doctor may advise you oral supplements containing vitamin B12 and folic acid during pregnancy. Mecoder Injection shall be given by your doctor in pregnancy only if essential. Safety in pregnancy is not known.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Mecoder Injection while breastfeeding?

Components of the Mecoder Injection pass into the breastmilk and is unlikely to harm a nursing infant when used in recommended doses. However, consult a doctor before using this injection while breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have taken Mecoder Injection?

Yes, you can drive if you don’t experience any side effects with Mecoder Injection.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Mecoder Injection?

Regular consumption of alcohol decreases vitamin B12 absorption from the gastrointestinal tract. Decreased vitamin B12 levels lead to Hence, it is better to avoid.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have any existing medical condition like diabetes, hypertension, kidney or liver problem.
You are on other medications, supplements or following any complementary or integrative health approaches.
You have an eye disorder called Leber's hereditary optic neuropathy (slow and painless loss of vision).
You consume alcohol in excess regularly, your doctor may monitor your vitamin B12 levels to check the progress of treatment.
You develop an allergic reaction after taking the Mecoder Injection.

Mode of Action of Mecoder 500 MCG

How Does It Work?

Vitamin B12 is needed for the formation of red blood cells in the body and their growth. It helps in the absorption of folic acid and carbohydrates from food. It is essential for keeping our nerves he...

Directions for Use of Mecoder 500 MCG

Mecoder Injection will be given to you as an injection by a doctor or nurse in a hospital or clinic.
Be careful of any instruction given during the administration and aftercare. Do not self inject.

Interactions of Mecoder 500 MCG

Interactions with other medicines

Medicines like Aminosalicylic acid, Chloramphenicol, Colchicine, histamine-2 antagonists, Neomycin and proton pump inhibitors (e.g. Pantoprazole) can decrease the absorption of Mecobalamin.
Oral contraceptives can decrease the action of Mecobalamin by reducing its concentration in the body.
Folic acid when taken in a larger dose for a prolonged duration can impair the therapeutic response of Mecobalamin.
You should always tell the doctor if you are taking any other medicines, herbal preparation and supplements to avoid any interaction.

Storage and disposal of Mecoder 500 MCG

Store Mecoder Injection under the conditions mentioned on the pack.
Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Do not keep the medicine when it is no longer needed or expired.

Dosage of Mecoder 500 MCG

Overdose

You are less likely to get an overdose of Mecoder Injection as it is given to you by a doctor or nurse in a clinic or hospital. Please inform the doctor if you feel any discomfort immediately after th...

Missed a Dose

The chances of missing a dose of Mecoder Injection are rare as you will be monitored closely by a healthcare professional. In case they happen to miss a dose, please inform them.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Alok Nachane

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What are the natural sources of vitamin B12?

Animal products such as fish, meat, poultry, eggs, milk and milk products contain vitamin B12 naturally
Plant foods do not contain vitamin B12 but fortified breakfast cereals are a source of vitamin B12 with high bioavailability for vegetarians
Some nutritional yeast products also contain vitamin B12

Q: What are the causes of vitamin B12 deficiency?

A: Vitamin B12 deficiency can be due to various reasons such as improper diet or diet deficient in vitamin B12, poor absorption from the intestine, certain disorders of intestine and surgeries which can impact absorption of this vitamin.

Q: Is there any side effect of the Mecoder Injection?

A: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, loss of appetite, headache, etc are a few common side effects of this injection. But these symptoms usually go away with time.

Q: How does the Mecoder Injection be administered, iv or im?

A: Mecoder Injection will be administered by a doctor or nurse in a healthcare setup. The doctor will decide the route of administration. Do not self-inject.

Q: When do you give methylcobalamin injection?

A: Mecoder Injection is prescribed to treat vitamin B12 deficiency and megaloblastic anaemia (a blood disorder caused due to deficiency of vitamin B12). It is used in the treatment of painful nerve disease called peripheral neuropathy.

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