Methycobal 500 MCG Injection 5 x 1 ml contains Methylcobalamin, a form of vitamin B12, which protects the nerves from damage and promotes blood cell production
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However, injectable vitamin B12, often prescribed to treat serious deficiencies, can cause the following side effects: mild diarrhea itching skin rash headache dizziness nausea vomiting pulmonary edema and congestive heart failure early in treatment vein thrombosis sensation of swelling polycythemia vera (rare, slow-growing blood cancer) Moreover, in rare cases, vitamin B12 can cause serious allergic reactions (anaphylaxis)
Properly reconstituted 5-Amino-1MQ is clear and colourless
This theoretical advantage has led some practitioners to favour methylcobalamin for certain patients
They can perform a simple blood test to check your B12 levels and determine if injections are a medically appropriate treatment for you