R 1500 Tablet 10's
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Methylcobalamin (Vitamin B12) 1500 mcg Also Known As: Mecobalamin, Cyanocobalamin, Vitamin B12
Manufacturer
Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTIONR 1500 contains Methylcobalamin which is an Anti-anemic agent. It is used in the management of peripheral neuropathies and megaloblastic anemia caused by vitamin B12 deficiency. Peripheral neuropathy can be defined as a nerve pain that arises due to damage of peripheral nerves (nerves out
Uses
OF R 1500Used to manage: Peripheral neuropathy (nerve pain) Megaloblastic anemia caused by vitamin B12 deficiency
How It Works
R 1500 promotes the synthesis of nucleic acid and various proteins involved in the production of red blood cells. It also enhances cell repair and replication and helps in the formation of myelin sheath (a protective covering of the nerve fibers), thereby reducing pain.
Directions for Use
Always take R 1500 as directed by your physician. It can be taken with or without food. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you depending upon your condition.
Side Effects
taking this medicine are headache, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. R 1500 can be taken with or without food. Do not stop taking this medicine without your doctor’s advice. Continue to take this medicine, as long as your doctor tells you to do so, to obtain better results. Before taking R 1500, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or nursing mother. USES OF R 1500Used to manage: Peripheral neuropathy (nerve pain) Megaloblastic anemia caused by vitamin B12 deficiency HOW R 1500 WORKSR 1500 promotes the synthesis of nucleic acid and various proteins involved in the production of red blood cells. It also enhances cell repair and replication and helps in the formation of myelin sheath (a protective covering of the nerve fibers), thereby reducing pain. DIRECTIONS FOR USEAlways take R 1500 as directed by your physician. It can be taken with or without food. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you depending upon your condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF R 1500COMMON headache loss of appetite nausea or vomiting diarrhea
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYR 1500 should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine. BREASTFEEDINGR 1500 should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any tools or machines if your ability is affected by this medicine. ALCOHOLAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking R 1500. ALLERGYDo not take this medicine if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to methylcobalamin. OTHERS Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have Leber’s disease (optic nerve atrophy), iron or folic acid deficiency or hypokalemia (low levels of potassium in blood) Use in pediatrics: R 1500 should be used with caution in children (aged less than 18 years), Consult your doctor before taking. Use in geriatrics: R 1500 is considered safe for use in elderly patients. However, consult your doctor before taking.
Drug Interactions
SDrug-Drug Interactions: Before taking R 1500, inform your doctor if you are taking: antibiotics (used to manage infection) Ex.chloramphenicol or neomycin medicine used to reduce stomach acid (Ex.omeprazole, cimetidine, lansoprazole) colchicine (used to manage gout) oral antidiabetic medicines (Ex.metformin) oral contraceptives (birth control pills) aminosalicylic acid (used to manage tuberculosis) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally took too much of R 1500, consult your doctor immediately. SYNOPSIS Drug : Methylcobalamin (mecobalamin) Pharmacological Category : Antianemic agents Therapeutic Indication : Peripheral neuropathy, Anemia Dosage Forms : Tablet, Oral disintegrating strip, Injection, Syrup, Nasal spray MORE INFORMATIONStore below 20-25°C and keep out of reach of children.