Efcoba Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Efcoba Tablet Information

Efcoba Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Megaloblastic Anemia, Diabetic Neuropathy, Peripheral Neuropathy are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Efcoba Tablet have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Efcoba Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Efcoba Tablet are Gastritis, Rash, Headache. While these are the most often observed Efcoba Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Efcoba Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Efcoba Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Efcoba Tablet related warnings talks about Efcoba Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Efcoba Tablet contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Efcoba Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Efcoba Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Efcoba Benefits & Uses
Efcoba Dosage & How to Take
Efcoba Side Effects
Efcoba Related Warnings
Efcoba Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Efcoba
Efcoba Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Efcoba Tablet Benefits & Uses

Efcoba Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Nutritional Deficiency
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Loss of appetite

Efcoba Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Nutritional Deficiency Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mcg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Then once a week for one month, then once a month.

Efcoba Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Efcoba Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Efcoba is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Efcoba Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Efcoba does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Efcoba Tablet on the Kidneys?

Efcoba may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Efcoba Tablet on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Efcoba on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Efcoba Tablet on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Efcoba on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Efcoba Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Efcoba Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Leber Congenital Amaurosis
Iron Deficiency Anemia
Kidney Disease
Polycythemia Vera

Frequently asked Questions about Efcoba Tablet

Is this Efcoba Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Efcoba Tablet has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Efcoba Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Efcoba Tablet only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Efcoba Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Efcoba Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Efcoba Tablet

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Efcoba Tablet to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Efcoba Tablet

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Efcoba Tablet with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Efcoba Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

Can Efcoba be used for treating neuropathic pain related to diabetic neuropathy?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Efcoba has been found to be effective against tingling and burning sensations in a leg, and spontaneous pain, associated with diabetic neuropathy.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Efcoba?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Efcoba is an active form of vitamin B12. It is available in the form of oral, parenteral, and sublingual (under the tongue) formulations. It is used to treat B12 deficiency, Alzheimer's disease, diabetic neuropathy (nerve damage due to diabetes), visual function, rheumatoid arthritis, Bell's Palsy (facial paralysis or temporary weakness of the facial muscles), sleep-wake rhythm (irregular sleeping pattern) disorder and neuropathic pain.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Efcoba cause breathing difficulties?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you may experience mild breathing problems while taking Efcoba. Try not to wear tight-fitted clothing while you are facing breathing difficulties go in an open space to breathe normally. However, if you are feeling extreme discomfort and breathlessness call your doctor right away.

Question about 5 years ago

Are there any dermatological side effects of Efcoba therapy?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, there may be some undesirable effects associated with Efcoba such as acne, acne-rosacea (redness of the face) and some allergic reactions.

Question about 5 years ago

What are the precautions to be taken while administration of this Efcoba?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

The Efcoba is susceptible to breaking down in the presence of light and it also gets affected by the moisture. Therefore, it should be consumed as soon as the package is opened and must be protected from the light and moisture.