Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) Medication Information
Learn everything you need to know about Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12)-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.
Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.
Explore Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.
Generic Name : Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) Pronunciation : sigh-an-oh-koe-BAL-uh-min- B12Brand Names or Trade Names of Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12)
India :
Calcidol M (15 ml) |
Kairfee |
Cyfolac (1.5mg+15 mcg+LB) |
Manfolite (200ml) |
Gloup Plus |
Ferglobin |
Benevital (200ml) |
Elferri Z |
Irocid |
Zanefer (200ml)
International :
Cobal 1000
Why is Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a vitamer (varied chemical substances) of vitamin B12, used in treating anemia, folic acid deficiency, neuropathies (damage in the nerves of peripheral nervous system), prophylaxis, and psychiatric disorders. Recommended for patients with the condition of pancreatic tumor.When should Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity, Leber’s Disease (damage in the optic nerve leading to blindness).What is the dosage of Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12)?
Adult: IM- 250-1,000 mcg on alternate days for 1-2 week, then 250 mcg weekly. Maintenance: 1,000-mcg monthly.How should Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) be taken?
It comes as a solution (liquid) to be injected into the muscle or under the skin, without food.What are the warnings and precautions for Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12)?
•Do not substitute folic acid for this medication.Perform lab tests for blood regularly, to monitor the progress.
Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication.
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney and liver disease, pregnancy, breast-feeding and allergy to cobalt.
What are the side effects of Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12)?
Heart- Swelling of lungs, chest pain, congestive heart failure, clot in blood vessels.Blood- Blood disorder.
Gastrointestinal- Mild transient diarrhea.
Skin- Itching; hives, rash, transitory exanthema (eruption of the skin).
Miscellaneous- Swelling of entire body.
Central Nervous System (CNS) - Headache, dizziness.
Musculoskeletal- Muscle weakness, cramps, leg pain.
Genitourinary- Frequent urination.
