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Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) is important to the body for growth, cell production, blood and nerve function. It is given to treat low levels of B12 or in conditions where requirements may be increased such as in chronic illnesses.
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Rubesol-1000, Cyanoject-30, Vitamin B-12 (Cyanocobalamin), Cyanocobalamin, Crystal B-12, Pan B-12 Vial, Vitamin B-12, Sinerbe 12, Cobal-1000, Neuro B-12 S, Tia-Doce S, Nervidox-6 S, Neuro B-12 Forte S, Neurin-12, Cyanacobalamin, Cpc-B12
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nervidox S
Rubesol-1000, Cyanoject-30, Vitamin B-12 (Cyanocobalamin), Cyanocobalamin, Crystal B-12, Pan B-12 Vial, Vitamin B-12, Sinerbe 12, Cobal-1000, Neuro B-12 S, Tia-Doce S, Nervidox-6 S, Neuro B-12 Forte S, Neurin-12, Cyanacobalamin, Cpc-B12
Uses
Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) is important to the body for growth, cell production, blood and nerve function. It is given to treat low levels of B12 or in conditions where requirements may be increased such as in chronic illnesses.
Storage
- Nervidox S is to be stored in a cool, dry area away from direct light.
- Do not store in the bathroom.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
How To Use
- Nervidox S is given by injection into a muscle or injected deeply under the skin (deep subcutaneous injection).
- Initially it may be given every day.
- Maintenance doses are usually given once a month.
Side Effects
- Mild diarrhea, itching, temporary feeling of warmth and pain at the injection site may occur.
- If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
- Notify your doctor if you experience: breathing trouble, congestion, tightness in the chest.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Tell your doctor if you have: eye diseases, infections, any allergies.
- A preservative (benzyl alcohol) which may be found in this product or in the liquid used to mix this product (diluent) can infrequently cause serious problems (sometimes death) if given by injection to an infant during the first months of life (neonatal period).
- The risk is greater with lower birth weight infants and is greater with increased amounts of benzyl alcohol.
- Symptoms include sudden gasping, low blood pressure, or a very slow heartbeat.
- Report these symptoms to the doctor immediately should they occur.
- If possible, a preservative-free product should be used when treating neonates.
- Nervidox S should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
- Since small amounts of Nervidox S are found in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not use it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not double-up the dose to catch up.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, especially of: vitamin products, folic acid, cimetidine, potassium supplements, neomycin, colchicine.
- Limit intake of alcoholic beverages which can interfere with the absorption of Nervidox S.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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