Methylcobalamin (vitamin B12)

Generic name: methylcobalamin (vitamin B12) oral/injection [ METH-il-koe-BAL-a-min ] Brand names: Methyl B-12, Vitamin B12 Methylcobalamin Dosage forms: injectable solution (1 mg/mL; 10 mg/mL; 5 mg/mL); oral capsule (2000 mcg); oral lozenge (1 mg; 500 mcg); oral tablet, disintegrating (1 mg); sublingual tablet (5000 mcg) Drug class: Vitamins

methylcobalamin  OR mecobalamin are interchangeable. The extended version of mecobalamin is methylcobalamin. Vitamin B 12 What is methylcobalamin? Methylcobalamin is used to treat vitamin B12 deficiency. Vitamin B12 is important for the brain and nerves, and for the production of red blood cells.

Methylcobalamin is sometimes used in people with pernicious anemia, diabetes, and other conditions.

What is mecobalamin used to treat?

Methylcobalamin (MeCbl), the activated form of vitamin B12, has been used to treat some nutritional diseases and other diseases in clinic, such as Alzheimer's disease and rheumatoid arthritis.

Can we take Mecobalamin daily?

Can I take methylcobalamin daily? Methylcobalamin is a naturally occurring form of vitamin B12. It is a kind of vitamin supplement. For best bioavailability and absorption of methylcobalamin, a daily dose is recommended to make it more beneficial or effective, but consult your doctor. Mecobalamin is an active form of vitamin B12 that has been suggested to be beneficial in improving nerve conduction and neuropathic pain symptoms. Vitamin B-12 is present in some foods and helps with proper nerve function and red blood cell production. People who don't get enough vitamin B-12 may have a higher risk of neuropathy and other nervous system (neurological) problems.

Common side effects of methylcobalamin may include:

• nausea, vomiting, diarrhea;
• loss of appetite; or
• headache.

Multivitamins

Generic name: multivitamins [ MUL-tee-VYE-ta-mins ] Dosage forms: oral capsule (Lipotropic with Multivitamins; Multiple Vitamins; Multiple Vitamins with Folic Acid and Antioxidants; Therapeutic Multiple Vitamins; Vitamin A and D; Vitamin A, D, E and K; Vitamin B Complex; Vitamin B Complex with C; Vitamin B Complex with C and Folic Acid; Vitamin C and E etc.) Drug class: Vitamin and mineral combinations

What is a multivitamin?

Multivitamins are a combination of many different vitamins that are normally found in foods and other natural sources.

Multivitamins are used to provide vitamins that are not taken in through the diet. Multivitamins are also used to treat vitamin deficiencies (lack of vitamins) caused by illness, pregnancy, poor nutrition, digestive disorders, and many other conditions. Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of multivitamins. An overdose of vitamins A, D, E, or K can cause serious or life-threatening side effects. Certain minerals contained in a multivitamin may also cause serious overdose symptoms if you take too much.

How should I take multivitamins?

• Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
• Never take more than the recommended dose of a multivitamin. Avoid taking more than one multivitamin product at the same time unless your doctor tells you to.