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Side effect(s) of Adenosylcobalamin


Review the side-effects of Adenosylcobalamin as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
• The side-effects of adenosylcobalamin may include the following:


  General:
Fever, low blood potassium levels

  Allergic reaction:
Rash, itching, swelling under the skin, possible anaphylactic shock

  Digestive tract:
Mild transient diarrhea, nausea, vomiting

  Nervous system:
Tingling and numbness, headache, dizziness

  Blood:
Polycythemia vera (increased production of red blood cells by the bone marrow)

  Heart:
Congestive heart failure, low blood pressure, fluid accumulation in the lungs

  Eyes:
Vision problems

Other Precautions :

Inform your doctor in the following situations:

• Impaired kidney or liver function
• Iron and folic acid deficiency along with vitamin B1 deficiency
• Leber’s disease
• Pregnant and breastfeeding women

Drug Name : Adenosylcobalamin

Adenosylcobalamin is an active form of vitamin B12, a water-soluble vitamin used as a nutritional supplement to treat vitamin B12 deficiency or pernicious anemia, stomatitis, as well as for other conditions like depression, panic attacks and anxiety. Adenosylcobalamin is also known as cobamide or dibencozide.


Trade Names for Adenosylcobalamin

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