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METHYCOBAL INJECTION 500 mcg/ml

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Drug type: Therapeutic
ATC code: B03BA05
Dosage form: INJECTION
Route of administration: INTRAVENOUS
Active ingredient: MECOBALAMIN; MECOBALAMIN

【INDICATIONS】

Peripheral neuropathies

Megaloblastic anemia caused by vitamin B12 deficiency

< **Precautions** >

METHYCOBAL should not be used aimlessly for more than one month unless it is effective.

2. Contraindication

Hypersensitivity to any form of vitamin B12 or D-mannitol.

【DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION】

  • Peripheral neuropathies

    The usual dosage for adults is 1 ampoule (500 mcg of mecobalamin) per day, administered intramuscularly or intravenously 3 times a week. The dosage may be adjusted depending on the patient's age and symptoms.

  • Megaloblastic anemia

    The usual dosage for adults is 1 ampoule (500 mcg of mecobalamin) per day, administered intramuscularly or intravenously 3 times a week. After about 2 months of medication, the dose should be reduced to a single administration of 1 ampoule at 1 to 3 months intervals for maintenance therapy.

Registrant
EISAI (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.
Approval Date
1991-07-03
Approval Number
SIN06349P
Manufacturer
Nipro Pharma Corporation Ise Plant
Licence Holder
EISAI (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.