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Vitcofol Injection
Manufactured byFDC PVT LTD
ContainsNiacinamide (200 mg) + Folic Acid (15 mg) + Cyanocobalamin (500 mcg)
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Description
Vitcofol Injection is a combination medicine which may be used for the treatment of nutritional deficiencies such as malnutrition, megaloblastic anemia, loss of appetite, etc. This medicine should not be used for newborn babies or premature infants.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Vitcofol Injection
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Vitcofol Injection
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Stomach pain
Dry mouth
Fever
Chest discomfort
Chills
Severe itching
Rash
Redness of skin
Dry skin
Weakness and general discomfort
Irregular heartbeat
Decreased urine output
Uses of Vitcofol Injection
What is it prescribed for?
Megaloblastic Anemia
This medicine may be used for the prevention and treatment of a specific form of anemia in which the blood cells fail to mature properly (megaloblastic anemia).
Malnutrition
This medicine may be used for the treatment of malnutrition, a condition that occurs when the body does not get adequate nutrients. It is characterized by symptoms such as weight loss, loss of fat, dry hair, pale skin, weakness, etc.
Loss of appetite
This medicine may be used to treat loss of appetite, a condition where the patient has no or very less desire to eat.
Nutritional deficiencies
This medicine may be used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies such as vitamin-c deficiency, niacin deficiency, vitamin-b12 deficiency, etc.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
N/AIs this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to niacinamide, cyanocobalamin, folic acid or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.
Active liver disease
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with an active liver disease or unexplained elevation in transaminase levels since it may worsen the patient's condition.
Peptic Ulcer
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from peptic ulcer disease due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Leber's Disease
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients who have Leber's Disease, a rare genetic disorder due to the increased risk of worsening the patient's condition.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
General warnings
Kidney disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney disease due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Close monitoring of kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Use of antacids
Coadministration of antacids and this medicine may reduce the absorption of this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative should be done under your doctor's supervision.
Other medicines
Many medicines interact with this medicine and may decrease the absorption of this medicine. Hence, it is advised that you report to the doctor all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.
Missed Dose
Since this medicine is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.
Overdose
Since this medicine is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.
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
Consumption of alcohol during treatment with this medicine may increase the risk of severe side effects. It is advised that you should avoid alcohol and not to perform activities which require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle and operating machinery when taking these medicines together.
Instructions
N/A
Interaction with Medicine
Phenobarbital
Fluorouracil
Capecitabine
Statin agents
Phenytoin
Chloramphenicol
Arsenic trioxide
Esomeprazole
Disease interactions
Undiagnosed anemia
Use of this medicine to treat existing anemia should begin only after the cause is established. It should never be used for the treatment of an undiagnosed form of anemia. It may lead to a faulty diagnosis and an increase in certain complications associated with the disease.
Hypokalemia
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with hypokalemia due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Regular monitoring of blood potassium levels is necessary while receiving this supplement. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Kidney Disease
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Regular monitoring of kidney function, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This medicine should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional. Inform the doctor if you have a known history of allergy to this medicine. Report to the doctor all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions before receiving this medicine.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Niacinamide works by replenishing the levels of vitamin B3 in the body. Folic acid and cyanocobalamin are essential for the production of certain vital components that are necessary for the maintenance of normal body functions.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Vitamin and mineral combinations
Schedule
Schedule H
Cyanocobalamin Injection: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2018 [cited 16 November 2018]. Available from:
Vitamin B12 - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2018 [cited 16 November 2018]. Available from:
Folic Acid - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2017 [cited 30 May 2017]. Available from:
Niacinamide [Internet]. Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2018 [cited 18 April 2018]. Available from:
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Information on this page was last updated on 14 Nov 2019
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