Vitamin B12 1mg/2ml Injection
Composition:
- **Active Ingredient:**
- Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) - 1 mg per 2 mL
- **Excipients:**
- Sodium Chloride (for isotonicity)
- Water for Injection
- Hydrochloric Acid (for pH adjustment)
- Sodium Hydroxide (for pH adjustment)
#### Dosage:
- **Adults:**
- **Initial Dose:** 1 mg (1 mL) intramuscularly or subcutaneously, administered once daily for 1 week.
- **Maintenance Dose:** 1 mg (1 mL) intramuscularly or subcutaneously, administered once a month, or as directed by a healthcare professional.
- **Pediatric Patients:**
- Dosage should be determined by a healthcare professional based on the child's age, weight, and clinical condition.
- **Special Populations:**
- Dosage adjustments may be necessary for patients with renal impairment or other underlying health conditions.
#### Indications:
- **Vitamin B12 Deficiency:**
- Treatment of vitamin B12 deficiency due to malabsorption, dietary insufficiency, or increased physiological needs (e.g., pregnancy, lactation).
- **Pernicious Anemia:**
- Management of pernicious anemia, a condition characterized by the inability to absorb vitamin B12 from the gastrointestinal tract.
- **Neurological Disorders:**
- Supportive treatment in certain neurological disorders associated with vitamin B12 deficiency, such as peripheral neuropathy.
- **Other Indications:**
- May be used as part of a treatment regimen for certain metabolic disorders or conditions that require vitamin B12 supplementation.
#### Note:
- Always consult a healthcare professional before starting any new medication or treatment regimen. The above dosages and indications are general guidelines and may vary based on individual patient needs and clinical judgment.