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Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet

Manufactured byUnichem Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsMethylcobalamin
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet is a man-made form of Vitamin B12 which is important for nerve health, brain function, and red blood cell production. This medicine is mainly used to treat Vitamin B12 deficiency in people with anaemia and peripheral neuropathy (nerve pain in hands and feet). Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet regulates certain vital bodily functions like cell multiplication, blood formation, and protein synthesis. Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet shows side effects like diarrhoea, headache, nausea, and vomiting. Inform your doctor if these side effects do not resolve with time or worsen. Avoid consumption of alcohol during treatment with Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet as it may decrease the effect of this medicine. Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet can be taken with or without food. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of treatment based on your health condition. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor as your condition may become worse. Avoid taking this medicine with an antacid as it may delay the absorption of Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet. Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet should be avoided if you are allergic to it, or if you have Leber's disease (nerve condition that leads to sudden, painless vision loss). Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicine or have any medical condition before starting the treatment. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet

Nausea and vomiting

Diarrhoea

Decreased appetite

Headache

Skin rash

Uses of Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

Peripheral Neuropathy

Peripheral neuropathy is the damage to the peripheral nerves that are present outside the brain and spinal cord. This nerve damage mostly occurs in your feet and hands resulting in weakness, numbness, and pain. There are several causes that can lead to peripheral neuropathy such as diabetes, injuries, and infections. Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet is used in the treatment of peripheral neuropathy. This medicine helps in the production of myelin, a protective covering that surrounds the nerve fibres.

Megaloblastic Anaemia

Megaloblastic anaemia is a condition in which the bone marrow (a spongy substance found in the centre of the bones) produces abnormal and immature red blood cells. This condition mainly occurs due to a deficiency of either Vitamin B12 or folic acid in your body. Symptoms may include muscle weakness, diarrhoea, vision problems, etc. Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet is used to treat anaemia due to deficiency of Vitamin B12. This medicine helps in the production of red blood cells.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The peak effect of Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet can be observed within 3 hours of administration.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The time duration for which Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet remains active in your body is not known.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    The desired effects of Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet may not be achieved if it is taken along with alcohol. Hence, consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet should not be used in pregnancy to treat anaemia unless it is vitamin B12 deficiency anaemia. However, it should only be used upon your doctor's recommendation and after all the risks and benefits are discussed.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet is not known to be harmful while breastfeeding. It passes into breastmilk at very low levels. Hence, it is acceptable for use upon your doctor's recommendation if you are breastfeeding.

Leber's Disease

Leber's disease is an eye condition in which the nerves in the eyes get damaged leading to loss of vision. Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have Leber's Disease as it may worsen your condition.

Allergy

Avoid taking Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet should not be used in pregnancy to treat anaemia unless it is vitamin B12 deficiency anaemia. However, it should only be used upon your doctor's recommendation and after all the risks and benefits are discussed.

Breast-feeding

Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet is not known to be harmful while breastfeeding. It passes into breastmilk at very low levels. Hence, it is acceptable for use upon your doctor's recommendation if you are breastfeeding.

General warnings

Elderly

Elderly people may have a reduced capacity to absorb Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet through the intestine. Hence, appropriate dose adjustments may be necessary based on the condition.

Other medicines

Combined use of Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet with other medicines may decrease the effect of this medicine or cause undesired effects. Hence, inform your doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Gastrointestinal surgery

If you recently have had gastrointestinal surgery, it may reduce the absorption of Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Folic acid

Folic acid supplements can mask some of the symptoms of anaemia caused by Vitamin B12 deficiency. Hence, consult your doctor to ensure that the right supplement is being taken.

Use of antacids

Combined use of antacids with this medicine may reduce the absorption of Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet. Your doctor may advise you on the duration gap between these two medicines.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is time for the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose of Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet. Seek immediate medical attention in case of an overdose.
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

The desired effects of Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet may not be achieved if it is taken along with alcohol. Hence, consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine.

Interaction with Medicine

Chloramphenicol

Omeprazole

Ranitidine

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet with or without food as directed by your doctor. Do not crush or chew the tablet. Avoid taking more or less than the prescribed dose. Foods containing vitamin B12 like meat, eggs, dairy products, fortified cereals, etc. can increase the Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet levels in your body.

Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

Unicobal 1500 MCG Tablet works by facilitating the production of red blood cells in the body and protecting nerve fibres from damage.

Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Classification

Category

Oral nutritional supplements, Vitamin B12

Schedule

OTC

Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Methylcobalamin. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 17 June 2021].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Methylcobalamin>

Encyclopedia, M. and B12, V., 2021. Vitamin B12: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia. [online] Medlineplus.gov. Available at: < [Accessed 17 June 2021].

https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002403.htm>

Npra.gov.my. 2021. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 19 October 2021].

https://www.npra.gov.my/images/reg-and-noti/PI/non-poison/Mecobalamin-Template-oral-Website.pdf>

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