Hydroxocobalamin

Information about Hydroxocobalamin

Hydroxocobalamin uses

Hydroxocobalamin is used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.

How hydroxocobalamin works

Hydroxocobalamin provides essential nutrients.

Common side effects of hydroxocobalamin

Anaphylactic reaction, High blood pressure, Chromaturia (abnormal coloration of urine), Nausea, Injection site pain, Headache, Diarrhea, Itching, Exanthema, Thrombocytosis

Available Medicine for Hydroxocobalamin

  • ₹13 to ₹69
    Wockhardt Ltd
    2 variant(s)
  • ₹39
    Mac Millon Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
    1 variant(s)
  • ₹25
    Nutrigold India Pvt Ltd
    1 variant(s)

Expert advice for Hydroxocobalamin

  • You will be regularly monitored for serum potassium levels and platelet count during therapy to avoid hypokalemia (reduced potassium in body) and thrombocytosis (excess of platelet cells in body).
  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
  • Do not take if allergic to hydroxocobalamin or any of its ingredients.

Frequently asked questions for Hydroxocobalamin

Hydroxocobalamin

Q. What is Hydroxocobalamin used for?
Hydroxocobalamin is used to treat low levels of vitamin B12 and anemia. With improved levels of vitamin B12, the recovery rate of conditions associated with deficient levels of Vitamin B12 is also improved.
Q. Is Hydroxocobalamin effective?
Hydroxocobalamin is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Hydroxocobalamin too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. Does Hydroxocobalamin need to be kept in the fridge?
Hydroxocobalamin should be stored at or below 25°C, but do not keep it in the fridge. If not sure, consult your doctor.
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Q. How does Hydroxocobalamin work in cyanide poisoning?
Hydroxocobalamin is used as an antidote to cyanide poisoning. The medicine works by helping body cells to convert cyanide to a form that can be removed from the body through urination.
Q. How is Hydroxocobalamin administered?
Hydroxocobalamin should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Hydroxocobalamin.
Q. Is Hydroxocobalamin safe?
Hydroxocobalamin is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Content on this page was last updated on 21 October, 2022, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)