ME 12 Injection (Methylcobalamin 500mcg)

Description

ME 12 Injection contains methylcobalamin, a man-made form of Vitamin B12 which is important for nerve health, brain function, and red blood cell production. This medicine is mainly used to treat Vitamin B12 deficiency in people with anaemia and peripheral neuropathy (nerve pain in hands and feet). Methylcobalamin regulates certain vital bodily functions like cell multiplication, blood formation, and protein synthesis.

ME 12 Injection rarely shows side effects. However, sometimes you may experience diarrhoea, headache, nausea, and vomiting. Inform your doctor if these side effects persist. Temporary pain or redness at the injection site is also reported in some people. Do not use ME 12 Injection if you are allergic to it.

ME 12 Injection is administered by a qualified health care professional in a hospital or clinic. Do not self-administer this injection. The dose and duration of injection will be decided by your doctor depending upon your health condition.

ME 12 Injection should be taken with caution if you have low potassium levels and optic nerve disease (swelling and damage of the nerves of eyes). Before taking this injection inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems, Leber’s disease (nerve disease that leads to sudden, painless vision loss). Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for ME 12 Injection
Hosit 500 MCG Injection
Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Matilda 500 MCG Injection
Lupin Ltd.
Mecobex 500 MCG Injection
Alkem Laboratories Ltd.
Nervup 500 MCG Injection
Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Vitcobin 500 MCG Injection
Fdc Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for ME 12 Injection
Nausea and vomiting
Diarrhoea
Decreased appetite
Dizziness
Headache
Skin rash
Chest pain and discomfort
Pain at the injection site

Uses of ME 12 Injection

What is it prescribed for?
Peripheral Neuropathy
Peripheral neuropathy is the damage to the peripheral nerves (nerves that are present outside the brain and spinal cord). This nerve damage mostly occurs in your feet and hands resulting in weakness, numbness, and pain. There are several causes that can lead to peripheral neuropathy such as diabetes, injuries, and infections. ME 12 Injection is used in the treatment of peripheral neuropathy. The medicine helps in the production of myelin, which covers nerve fibres and protects them.
Megaloblastic Anaemia
Megaloblastic Anaemia is a bone marrow disorder wherein there may be an overproduction of abnormal and immature red blood cells. This condition mainly occurs due to a deficiency of either Vitamin B12 or folic acid in your body. Symptoms may include muscle weakness, diarrhoea, vision problems, etc. ME 12 Injection is used to treat anaemia due to deficiency of Vitamin B12. The medicine helps in the production of red blood cells.

Related Products

List of related products
Me 12 500 MCG Injection

When not to use?

Leber’s Disease
ME 12 Injection is not recommended for use in individuals who have Leber’s Disease, a rare genetic disorder characterized by painless and sudden vision loss. This medicine may cause serious damage to the optic nerve (the nerve that connects the eye to the brain) in these individuals.
Allergy
Avoid taking ME 12 Injection if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
ME 12 Injection should not be used in pregnancy to treat anaemia unless it is vitamin B12 deficiency anaemia. However, it should only be used upon your doctor’s recommendation and after all the risks and benefits are discussed.
Breast-feeding
ME 12 Injection is not known to be harmful in breastfeeding women. It passes into breast milk at very low levels. Hence it is acceptable for use upon your doctor’s recommendation if you are a nursing mother.
General warnings
Folic acid
Folic acid supplements can mask some of the symptoms of anaemia caused by Vitamin B12 deficiency. It is advised that you consult your doctor and make sure that the right supplement is being taken.
Intramuscular Administration
When used intramuscularly, ME 12 Injection should not be repeatedly injected at the same place. It should be administered cautiously for infants and children. It should not be injected into the densely innervated site (areas that have a large supply of nerves).

Dosage

Missed Dose
Since ME 12 Injection is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the chances of a missed dose is very low.
Overdose
Since ME 12 Injection is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.

General Instructions

ME 12 Injection should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting. Report any undesirable side effects to the doctor promptly. Avoid or limit alcohol consumption while taking this medication. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine.