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Ricodin Benefits & Uses

Ricodin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ricodin 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

Ricodin Related Warnings

Is the use of Ricodin safe for pregnant women?

Ricodin can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Ricodin, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Ricodin safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Ricodin. Immediately discontinue Ricodin 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 Ricodin on the Kidneys?

Ricodin rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ricodin on the Liver?

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

Safe
What is the effect of Ricodin on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Ricodin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Captopril

Lorazepam

Moderate

Pentazocine

Codeine

Ricodin Contraindications

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

Suicidal Tendency
Heart Failure
Depression
Glaucoma

Frequently asked Questions about Ricodin

Is this Ricodin habit forming or addictive?

Ricodin is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Ricodin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Ricodin should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Ricodin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Ricodin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ricodin

Taking Ricodin with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ricodin

Taking Ricodin with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ricodin

Question about 5 years ago

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

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Ricodin cause breathing difficulties?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you may experience mild breathing problems while taking Ricodin. 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

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

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

The Ricodin 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 Ricodin?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Ricodin 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 about 5 years ago

How to take Ricodin?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

The general recommended an oral dose of the Ricodin 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.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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