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Precovin Benefits & Uses

Precovin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Precovin 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: Neuropathic (Nerve) Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Methylcobalamin (1500 mcg), Pregabalin (150 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Neuropathic (Nerve) Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Methylcobalamin (1500 mcg), Pregabalin (150 mg)/Tablet

Precovin Related Warnings

Is the use of Precovin safe for pregnant women?

Precovin can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Precovin right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Precovin safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Precovin. Immediately discontinue Precovin if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Precovin on the Kidneys?

Precovin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Precovin on the Liver?

Using Precovin does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Precovin on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Precovin for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Precovin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Captopril

Lorazepam

Moderate

Pentazocine

Codeine

Precovin Contraindications

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

Suicidal Tendency
Heart Failure
Depression
Glaucoma

Frequently asked Questions about Precovin

Is this Precovin habit forming or addictive?

Precovin does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Precovin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Precovin can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Precovin only on doctor's advice.

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

Precovin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Precovin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Precovin

Taking Precovin with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Precovin

Taking alcohol with Precovin can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Precovin

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Precovin?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

The general recommended an oral dose of the Precovin is 1500 µg daily, divided into three doses. It is also available in other forms such as injectibles. Patients with critically low levels of methylcobalamin are often recommended by to take intramuscular injections to cover up for their deficiency.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Precovin be used for the treatment of neck pain?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Yes, the spontaneous pain, tingling, burning and itching associated with neck pain alleviates with the use of the Precovin.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Precovin?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Precovin 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 over 5 years ago

How does Precovin work?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Precovin works by forming myelin sheath which is used to cover and protect the nerve cells. Precovin is used to revive the nerve cells. In the absence of enough Precovin, myeline sheath doesn't form properly leading to nerve damage.

Question about 5 years ago

Are there any dermatological side effects of Precovin therapy?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

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

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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