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Mecofol-Plus NF Capsule
Manufactured byINTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
ContainsAlpha lipoic acid (100 mg) + Folic Acid (1.5 mg) + Methylcobalamin (1500 mcg) + Pyridoxine (3 mg)
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Description
Mecofol-Plus NF Capsule is a vitamin/nutritional supplement. It is used to treat diabetic neuropathy, a type of nerve damage caused due to diabetes (high blood sugar levels).
Mecofol-Plus NF Capsule may cause some less common side effects such as nausea/vomiting, headache, skin rash, bloating, etc. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or if they become severe.
Mecofol-Plus NF Capsule should be taken exactly as advised by your doctor. Take it at the same time every day for ease of remembrance.
Mecofol-Plus NF Capsule should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before this supplement is prescribed.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Mecofol-Plus NF Capsule
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Mecofol-Plus NF Capsule
Nausea or Vomiting
Loss of appetite
Bloating
Headache
Skin rash
Diarrhoea
Uses of Mecofol-Plus NF Capsule
What is it prescribed for?
Diabetic Neuropathy
Mecofol-Plus NF Capsule is used for the treatment of diabetic neuropathy, a type of nerve damage that occurs as a complication of diabetes (high blood sugar levels). Symptoms include pain, numbness, tingling/burning sensation in the legs.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The time required for Mecofol-Plus NF Capsule to show its action is not clinically known.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The duration for which Mecofol-Plus NF Capsule remains active in your body is not clinically known.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Excessive consumption of alcohol may reduce absorption and increase the elimination of Mecofol-Plus NF Capsule. This results in reduced effectiveness of this medicine. Hence consumption of alcohol should be avoided while on treatment with this medicine.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies have been reported with Mecofol-Plus NF Capsule.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Due to the lack of sufficient safety data in pregnant women, the risk to the developing foetus due to Mecofol-Plus NF Capsule is not known. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Mecofol-Plus NF Capsule passes into breastmilk. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor.
Allergy
Avoid taking Mecofol-Plus NF Capsule if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Due to the lack of sufficient safety data in pregnant women, the risk to the developing foetus due to Mecofol-Plus NF Capsule is not known. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor.
Breast-feeding
Mecofol-Plus NF Capsule passes into breastmilk. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor.
General warnings
Other medicines
Mecofol-Plus NF Capsule may interact with other medicines and may cause undesired side effects. Hence, inform your doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.
Missed Dose
Try not to skip a dose of Mecofol-Plus NF Capsule. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Do not double the dose to compensate for a missed one.
Overdose
Do not take excess dose than prescribed by your doctor. Contact your doctor if you suspect an overdose with Mecofol-Plus NF Capsule.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
N/A
Instructions
Excessive consumption of alcohol may reduce absorption and increase the elimination of Mecofol-Plus NF Capsule. This results in reduced effectiveness of this medicine. Hence consumption of alcohol should be avoided while on treatment with this medicine.
Interaction with Medicine
Levodopa
Phenobarbital
Fluorouracil
Phenytoin
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Mecofol-Plus NF Capsule with or without food.
Do not take more or less than the prescribed dose. Do not stop the use of Mecofol-Plus NF Capsule without consulting your doctor.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Mecofol-Plus NF Capsule as it may reduce the effectiveness of this medicine.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Mecofol-Plus NF Capsule is a combination of vitamin and nutrient supplements that helps in treating nerve pain caused due to diabetes.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Vitamins, Oral nutritional supplements
Schedule
Schedule H
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Drugs, H., 2021. Pyridoxine: MedlinePlus Drug Information. [online] Medlineplus.gov. Available at: < [Accessed 6 September 2021].
Drugs, H., 2021. Folic Acid: MedlinePlus Drug Information. [online] Medlineplus.gov. Available at: < [Accessed 14 September 2021].
Drugs, H. and Supplements, H., 2021. Alpha-Lipoic Acid: MedlinePlus Supplements. [online] Medlineplus.gov. Available at: < [Accessed 15 September 2021].
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Information on this page was last updated on 20 Oct 2021
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