Met B12 500 Mcg Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Met B12 Information

Met B12, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Megaloblastic Anemia, Diabetic Neuropathy, Peripheral Neuropathy. Met B12 also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Met B12 depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Common side effects of Met B12 include Gastritis, Rash, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Met B12 can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Met B12 are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Met B12 is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Met B12 related warnings talks about Met B12's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Met B12 contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Met B12 have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Met B12, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Met B12 Benefits & Uses
Met B12 Dosage & How to Take
Met B12 Side Effects
Met B12 Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Met B12 with Other Drugs
Met B12 Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Met B12
Met B12 Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Met B12 Benefits & Uses

Met B12 is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

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

Met B12 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: Anemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 mcg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 4 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Met B12 Related Warnings

Is the use of Met B12 safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Met B12 safely.

Safe
Is the use of Met B12 safe during breastfeeding?

Met B12 does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Met B12 on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Met B12. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Met B12 on the Liver?

Side effects of Met B12 rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Met B12 on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Met B12 on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Met B12 with Other Drugs

Met B12 should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Colchicine

Moderate

Met B12 Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Met B12 unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Leber Congenital Amaurosis
Iron Deficiency Anemia
Kidney Disease
Polycythemia Vera

Frequently asked Questions about Met B12

Is this Met B12 habit forming or addictive?

Met B12 is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Met B12 since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Met B12 is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Met B12 for mental disorders.

No

Met B12 Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Met B12

Taking Met B12 with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Met B12

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Met B12.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Met B12

Question about 5 years ago

Are there any dermatological side effects of Met B12 therapy?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, there may be some undesirable effects associated with Met B12 such as acne, acne-rosacea (redness of the face) and some allergic reactions.

Question about 5 years ago

What are the different types of neuralgia that can be treated with the Met B12?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

The Met B12 can be used for the treatment of subacute herpetic neuralgia (pain that persists for 30 to 120 days following a rash by herpes zoster), glossopharyngeal neuralgia (extreme pain at the back of the tongue, throat or ears) and trigeminal neuralgia (extreme pain caused via trigeminal nerve from face to the brain).

Question over 5 years ago

What is Met B12?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Met B12 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

How can i naturally take methylcobalamin?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Methylcobalamin is abundantly found in eggs, milk, curd, meat (chicken and fish). However, if your levels are very low you are recommended to take medicines as per doctors instructions.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Met B12 cause breathing difficulties?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you may experience mild breathing problems while taking Met B12. 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.