Nervijen Plus Injection (Folic Acid 0.7mg / Methylcobalamin (500mcg / Niacinamide 12mg)

Description

Nervijen Plus Injection is used as supplementation in vitamins deficiency. This medicine is used in various conditions such as anaemia, nutritional deficiency and used as supplementation during pregnancy. This medicine may be used in all ages. It is given when the gut is unable to absorb the nutrients from the body and may be at risk to develop vitamin deficiency.

The common side effects of Nervijen Plus Injection are headache, fever and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects are not significant and resolve with time. However, if any side effect persists or worsen, consult your doctor. This medicine may cause drowsiness so avoid work that requires mental focus if you feel drowsy after receiving this medicine.

Nervijen Plus Injection is only be given by a healthcare professional and do not try to self-administer. Your doctor may prescribe you the dose based on the clinical response. Discuss all the known illnesses and active medications with your doctor before receiving this medicine. Inform your doctor if your pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding mother.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Nervijen Plus Injection
Diarrhoea
Decreased appetite
Dizziness
Headache
Skin rash
Chest pain and discomfort
Restlessness
Fatigue
Dry mouth
Fever
Severe itching
Dry skin
Stomach discomfort and pain
Pain at the injection site

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Uses of Nervijen Plus Injection

What is it prescribed for?
Megaloblastic Anaemia
Megaloblastic anaemia is a blood disorder that is caused due to vitamin B12 deficiency. Nervijen Plus Injection is used to treat this condition by replenishing the vitamin B12.
Pellagra
Pellagra is a disease caused due to a lack of vitamin B3 in the body. It is characterized by skin rashes, mouth sores, diarrhoea, depression, etc. Nervijen Plus Injection replenishes the levels of vitamin B3 in the body to relieve the symptoms of pellagra.
Skin disorders
Nervijen Plus Injection is used either alone or in a combination with other medicines to treat skin diseases such as bullous pemphigoid (itchy fluid-filled blisters with hives like welts), skin hyperpigmentation (darker patches of skin), skin blistering, etc.
Supplementation during pregnancy
Nervijen Plus Injection is used to supplement the body of a pregnant woman. Lack of these supplements during pregnancy may result in birth defects of the child.
Nutritional deficiencies
Nutritional deficiency is a condition in which the body has low levels of nutrients (vitamins, minerals, proteins, carbohydrates, fats, etc.). These nutrients are responsible for maintaining a healthy body. Nervijen Plus Injection replenishes the nutrient store in the body.

When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid taking Nervijen Plus Injection if you are previously allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, breathing difficulties, swelling of the face/tongue/throat, etc.
Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON)
LHON is a rare genetic disorder, characterized by pain in the eye and surrounding area with loss of vision (sometimes blindness) caused by nerve damage of the eye (optic nerve). Nervijen Plus Injection causes a decrease in the size of nerves (atrophy) that may worsen the condition. Hence, this medicine is not recommended for this disease.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
It is safe to receive Nervijen Plus Injection in pregnancy. However, your doctor may prescribe this medicine after discussing all its potential benefits.
Breast-feeding
It is safe to receive Nervijen Plus Injection while breastfeeding. However, your doctor may prescribe this medicine after discussing all its potential benefits based on your clinical conditions.
General warnings
Coronary stents
Caution should be exercised while receiving Nervijen Plus Injection in patients having coronary stents. Prolonged use may lead to in-stent restenosis and may need vessel vascularization (formation of new blood vessel).
Infection at injection site
There may be a chance of infection at the injection site. Close monitoring of the injection site for any undesirable reactions such as severe pain, redness, blisters, etc., is indicated. Take alert advice from your doctor regarding the infection at the site. Consult your doctor at the earliest if you come across any of these reactions.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Since Nervijen Plus Injection is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.
Overdose
Since Nervijen Plus 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.

Interactions

General Instructions
Nervijen Plus Injection should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Inform the doctor if you come across any undesirable effects after receiving this medicine.