NURODAY 500 Injection 1ml
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Methylcobalamin (Vitamin B12) 500 mcg Also Known As: Mecobalamin, Cyanocobalamin, Vitamin B12
Manufacturer
Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT NURODAY 500 INJECTIONNURODAY 500 INJECTION contains Methylcobalamin, which belongs to the group of medicines called Vitamins. NURODAY 500 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. NURODAY 500 INJECTION is also used to manage sciatica pain (leg pain), back pain, and general weakness in affected individuals. NURODAY 500 INJECTION is not recommended for use in patients allergic to mecobalamin and/or other B12-containing medicines. Before receiving NURODAY 500 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. NURODAY 500 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 NURODAY 500 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
NURODAY 500 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
NURODAY 500 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 NURODAY 500 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 NURODAY 500 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 NURODAY 500 INJECTION WORKSNURODAY 500 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 USENURODAY 500 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 NURODAY 500 INJECTIONCOMMON Headache Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite Skin rash, hot flushes. RAREStop receiving NURODAY 500 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
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYContraindicatedNURODAY 500 INJECTION is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before receiving NURODAY 500 INJECTION. BREASTFEEDINGContraindicatedNURODAY 500 INJECTION is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before receiving NURODAY 500 INJECTION. KIDNEYUse with CautionNURODAY 500 INJECTION should be received with caution in patients with kidney problems. Consult your doctor before receiving the medicine. LIVERUse with CautionNURODAY 500 INJECTION should be received with caution in patients with liver problems. Consult your doctor before receiving the medicine. ALLERGYContraindicatedDo not receive NURODAY 500 INJECTION if you are allergic to methylcobalamin, other B12-containing medicines, and/or any other ingredients of this medicine. USE IN PEDIATRICSUse with CautionNURODAY 500 INJECTION should be used with caution in children and adolescents (aged 6 months to 18 years). Consult your doctor before receiving NURODAY 500 INJECTION. USE IN GERIATRICSUse with CautionNURODAY 500 INJECTION should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years). Consult your doctor before receiving the medicine. OTHERSBefore receiving NURODAY 500 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 NURODAY 500 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: NURODAY 500 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 NURODAY 500 INJECTION out of reach of children Store NURODAY 500 INJECTION below 30°C
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about NURODAY 500 Injection 1ml.
What is NURODAY 500 INJECTION used for?
NURODAY 500 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 NURODAY 500 INJECTION is received? A; NURODAY 500 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 NURODAY 500 INJECTION is received? A; NURODAY 500 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 NURODAY 500 INJECTION?
The most common side effects of receiving NURODAY 500 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 NURODAY 500 INJECTION works?
NURODAY 500 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 NURODAY 500 INJECTION cause headache?
Yes, NURODAY 500 INJECTION causes headaches, as it is the commonest side effect associated with the use of NURODAY 500 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 NURODAY 500 INJECTION. If it lasts more than a week or is severe, then inform your doctor.
Is NURODAY 500 INJECTION safe during pregnancy?
NURODAY 500 INJECTION is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before receiving it.
Who should not use NURODAY 500 INJECTION?
Do not receive NURODAY 500 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 NURODAY 500 INJECTION?
Before receiving NURODAY 500 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 NURODAY 500 INJECTION be used in children?
NURODAY 500 INJECTION should be used with caution in children and adolescents (aged 6 months to 18 years). Consult your doctor before receiving NURODAY 500 INJECTION.
Is NURODAY 500 INJECTION good for nerves?
NURODAY 500 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