Mecofree Injection

Composition of Mecofree Injection

Mecofree Injection contains Methylcobalamin (1000mcg). It belongs to the B-complex vitamin class of medicines.

Uses of Mecofree Injection

Vitamin B12 deficiency

Key benefits

• In Vitamin B12 deficiency Mecofree Injection is a supplement of vitamin B12. It is used to treat low levels of vitamin B12 in your body. Vitamin B12 is essential in the formation of red blood cells and helps in the absorption of iron in the body. It also helps your body use fat and carbohydrates for energy and make new protein. In combination with other vitamins
• it helps in strengthening the immune system
• improves the metabolism of the body
• and is important for the nervous system.

How Mecofree Injection works

Mecofree 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 Mecofree 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 miss a dose of Mecofree Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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 Mecofree Injection

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

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

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 Mecofree 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 Mecofree 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 Mecofree 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 Mecofree Injection

Mecofree Injection helps replenish vitamin B12 level in your body. This further helps in regeneration of damaged nerves in the body. Avoid or limit alcohol consumption while taking this medication.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

MINT PHARMACEUTICALS

Therapeutic class:

VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS

Drug class:

B-complex vitamin

Chemical class:

Cobalamin derivative