Cynocal M Forte Injection 2ml
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Methylcobalamin (Vitamin B12) 2500 mcg Also Known As: Mecobalamin, Cyanocobalamin, Vitamin B12
Manufacturer
Ozone Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTIONCYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION contains Methylcobalamin, which belongs to the group of medicines called Vitamins. CYNOCAL M FORTE 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. CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION is also used to manage sciatica pain (leg pain), back pain, and general weakness in affected individuals. CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION is not recommended for use in patients allergic to mecobalamin and/or other B12-containing medicines. Before receiving CYNOCAL M FORTE 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. CYNOCAL M FORTE 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
Uses
OF CYNOCAL M FORTE 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 It Works
CYNOCAL M FORTE 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.
Directions for Use
CYNOCAL M FORTE 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
receiving CYNOCAL M FORTE 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 CYNOCAL M FORTE 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 CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION WORKSCYNOCAL M FORTE 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. DIRECTIONS FOR USECYNOCAL M FORTE 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 CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTIONCOMMON Headache Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite Skin rash, hot flushes. RAREStop receiving CYNOCAL M FORTE 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.
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYContraindicatedCYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before receiving CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION. BREASTFEEDINGContraindicatedCYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before receiving CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION. KIDNEYUse with CautionCYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION should be received with caution in patients with kidney problems. Consult your doctor before receiving the medicine. LIVERUse with CautionCYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION should be received with caution in patients with liver problems. Consult your doctor before receiving the medicine. ALLERGYContraindicatedDo not receive CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION if you are allergic to methylcobalamin, other B12-containing medicines, and/or any other ingredients of this medicine. USE IN PEDIATRICSUse with CautionCYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION should be used with caution in children and adolescents (aged 6 months to 18 years). Consult your doctor before receiving CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION. USE IN GERIATRICSUse with CautionCYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years). Consult your doctor before receiving the medicine. OTHERSBefore receiving CYNOCAL M FORTE 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).
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-drug interactions: Before receiving CYNOCAL M FORTE 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: CYNOCAL M FORTE 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 MORE INFORMATIONSTORAGE Keep CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION out of reach of children Store CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION below 30°C
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about Cynocal M Forte Injection 2ml.
What is CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION used for?
CYNOCAL M FORTE 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.
How CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION is received? A; CYNOCAL M FORTE 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: How CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION is received? A; CYNOCAL M FORTE 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.
What are the side effects of CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION?
The most common side effects of receiving CYNOCAL M FORTE 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.
How CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION works?
CYNOCAL M FORTE 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.
Does CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION cause headache?
Yes, CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION causes headaches, as it is the commonest side effect associated with the use of CYNOCAL M FORTE 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 CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION. If it lasts more than a week or is severe, then inform your doctor.
Is CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION safe during pregnancy?
CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before receiving it.
Who should not use CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION?
Do not receive CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION if you are allergic to methylcobalamin, other B12-containing medicines, and/or any other ingredients of this medicine.
What precautions must be taken while using CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION?
Before receiving CYNOCAL M FORTE 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.
Can CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION be used in children?
CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION should be used with caution in children and adolescents (aged 6 months to 18 years). Consult your doctor before receiving CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION.
Is CYNOCAL M FORTE INJECTION good for nerves?
CYNOCAL M FORTE 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.
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Last Updated
05 Aug 2024