Meaxon 1500 mcg Injection

Composition of Meaxon 1500 mcg Injection

Meaxon 1500 mcg Injection contains Vitamin B12 (1500mcg). It belongs to the B-complex vitamin class of medicines.

Uses of Meaxon 1500 mcg Injection

Treatment and prevention of Vitamin B12 deficiency

Key benefits

• In Treatment and prevention of Vitamin B12 deficiency Vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to tiredness
• weakness
• anemia
• and nerve-related problems such as tingling or numbness. MeAxon 1500 Injection helps restore normal levels in the body
• improving energy
• supporting red blood cell formation
• and maintaining healthy nerve function.

How Meaxon 1500 mcg Injection works

Meaxon Injection is a form of vitamin B12 that restores its level in the body thereby helping in treating certain anemias and nerve problems.

How to take Meaxon 1500 mcg Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you missed a dose of MeAxon 1500 Injection, consult your doctor.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine is unlikely to cause serious harm, because the body passes surplus B vitamins out in the urine. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Meaxon 1500 mcg Injection

Most side effects of Meaxon are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• No common side effects seen

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Meaxon 1500 mcg Injection

Warnings and precautions

Tingling, numbness or burning in the hands and feet should be assessed by a doctor rather than self-treated — a supplement does not address the cause. Folic acid can mask a vitamin B12 deficiency while nerve damage continues, so B12 should be checked before taking folic acid long term. Bright yellow urine after a B-complex dose is expected and harmless.

Do not take Meaxon if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack.

Interactions with other medicines

Long-term metformin, acid-reducing medicines and some anti-epileptics lower B12 or folate levels. Tell your doctor if you take levodopa, as vitamin B6 can reduce its effect.

How to store Meaxon 1500 mcg Injection

Store as printed on the carton — some injections need refrigeration and must not be frozen. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Meaxon 1500 mcg Injection

Do not try to self-inject MeAxon 1500 Injection unless trained, as you end up damaging your blood vessels severely. Inform your doctor if you have Leber's disease, any history of optic nerve issues, or vision problems. Let your doctor know if you are on potassium supplements or diuretics, as they may affect the levels of this medicine. Report symptoms like swelling, dizziness, or chest discomfort promptly, as these could signal rare allergic reactions. Keep a record of your medicine schedule, especially if you are on long-term MeAxon 1500 Injection therapy for a chronic deficiency.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

BION THERAPEUTICS

Therapeutic class:

VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS

Drug class:

B-complex vitamin

Chemical class:

Cobalamin derivative