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Folic Acid + Pyridoxine + Mecobalamin + Alpha LipoicAcid + Biotin + Benfotiamine Pharmacology
Folic Acid + Pyridoxine + Mecobalamin + Alpha LipoicAcid + Biotin + Benfotiamine
About Folic Acid + Pyridoxine + Mecobalamin + Alpha LipoicAcid + Biotin + BenfotiamineN/AMechanism of Action of Folic Acid + Pyridoxine + Mecobalamin + Alpha LipoicAcid + Biotin + BenfotiamineN/APharmacokinets of Folic Acid + Pyridoxine + Mecobalamin + Alpha LipoicAcid + Biotin + BenfotiamineN/AOnset of Action for Folic Acid + Pyridoxine + Mecobalamin + Alpha LipoicAcid + Biotin + BenfotiamineN/ADuration of Action for Folic Acid + Pyridoxine + Mecobalamin + Alpha LipoicAcid + Biotin + BenfotiamineN/AHalf Life of Folic Acid + Pyridoxine + Mecobalamin + Alpha LipoicAcid + Biotin + BenfotiamineN/ASide Effects of Folic Acid + Pyridoxine + Mecobalamin + Alpha LipoicAcid + Biotin + BenfotiamineN/AContra-indications of Folic Acid + Pyridoxine + Mecobalamin + Alpha LipoicAcid + Biotin + BenfotiamineN/ASpecial Precautions while taking Folic Acid + Pyridoxine + Mecobalamin + Alpha LipoicAcid + Biotin + BenfotiamineN/APregnancy Related InformationUse with cautionOld Age Related InformationN/ABreast Feeding Related InformationUse with cautionChildren Related InformationN/AIndications for Folic Acid + Pyridoxine + Mecobalamin + Alpha LipoicAcid + Biotin + Benfotiamine1.For treatment of nerve and muscle disorders
2.For the treatment of Diabetic neuropathy
3.Nutritional supplement
Interactions for Folic Acid + Pyridoxine + Mecobalamin + Alpha LipoicAcid + Biotin + BenfotiamineN/ATypical Dosage for Folic Acid + Pyridoxine + Mecobalamin + Alpha LipoicAcid + Biotin + BenfotiamineN/ASchedule of Folic Acid + Pyridoxine + Mecobalamin + Alpha LipoicAcid + Biotin + BenfotiamineN/AStorage Requirements for Folic Acid + Pyridoxine + Mecobalamin + Alpha LipoicAcid + Biotin + BenfotiamineN/AEffects of Missed Dosage of Folic Acid + Pyridoxine + Mecobalamin + Alpha LipoicAcid + Biotin + BenfotiamineN/AEffects of Overdose of Folic Acid + Pyridoxine + Mecobalamin + Alpha LipoicAcid + Biotin + BenfotiamineN/AFolic Acid
About Folic AcidDietary supplement, Folate derivative( B9 ), Water Soluble Vitamin.Mechanism of Action of Folic AcidFolic acid reduced by enzymes folate reductase and dihydrofolate reductase and forms dihydrofolic acid tetrahydrofolic acid respectively. Tetrahydrofolic acid acts as a coenzyme which mediates a number of one carbon transfer reactions by carrying a methyl group as an adduct. It involves a number of reactions such as 1).conversion of homocysteine to methionine. 2).synthesis of thymidylate which is an essential constituent of DNA from methylene-tetrahydrofolic acid. 3). Conversion of serine to glycine by tetrahydrofolic acid and forms methylene-tetrahydrofolic acid. 4).to introduce carbon units at position 2 and 8 during de novo purine synthesis requires formyl-tetrahydrofolic acid and methenyl-tetrahydrofolic acid.5).generation and utilization of "formate pool". 6).For mediating formino group transfer in histidine metabolism. Folic acid is required to maintain normal erythropoiesis and nucleoprotein synthesis.Pharmacokinets of Folic AcidAbsorption: Well absorbed orally
Distribution: Widely distributed in the body and highest concentration is seen in liver. It appears in the CSF and breast milk
Metabolism: Metabolized in to N-methyl tetrahydrofolic acid in liver
Excretion: Extra drug is excreted unchanged in urine. A small portion of folate is lost by a combination of urinary and fecal excretion and oxidative cleavage of molecule.
Onset of Action for Folic AcidOral: 20 to 30minutes
I.V.: 5 minutes
I.M.:10 to 20minutes
Duration of Action for Folic AcidOral: 3 to 6 hours
I.V.:3 to 6minutes
I.M.:3 to 6hours
Half Life of Folic AcidN/ASide Effects of Folic AcidN/AContra-indications of Folic AcidN/ASpecial Precautions while taking Folic Acid1. In patients with undiagnosed anaemia; because it may mask pernicious anaemia
2. In pernicious anaemia and other megaloblastic where vitamin B12 is deficient
Pregnancy Related InformationMay be usedOld Age Related InformationMay be usedBreast Feeding Related InformationMay be usedChildren Related InformationMay be usedIndications for Folic Acid1. Megaloblastic anaemia
2. Folic acid deficiency
3. Anaemias of pregnancy
4. Nutritional anaemia
5. Alcoholism
6. Tropical sprue
7. Non tropical sprue
Interactions for Folic Acid1. Hypersensitivity reactions with injection form
2. Bronchospasm
Typical Dosage for Folic AcidOral: 5mg 1 to 4 times daily; depending up on the severity of deficiency.
Maintenance dosage: Half of the therapeutic dosage.
Children: 2.5 to 5mg 1 to 2 times daily.
Schedule of Folic AcidC1 (Oral)
C (Parenteral)
Storage Requirements for Folic AcidStore at controlled room temperature at a range of 15 to 25 degree C in a well closed container. Protect from excess heat, light and moisture.Effects of Missed Dosage of Folic AcidTake the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.Effects of Overdose of Folic AcidRelatively non toxic. Provide symptomatic treatment and supportive measures.Pyridoxine
About PyridoxineWater soluble vitamin(Vit B6), In Vitamin B6 deficiency ,Neuropathy.Mechanism of Action of PyridoxineN/APharmacokinets of PyridoxineN/AOnset of Action for PyridoxineN/ADuration of Action for PyridoxineN/AHalf Life of PyridoxineN/ASide Effects of PyridoxineN/AContra-indications of PyridoxineN/ASpecial Precautions while taking PyridoxineN/APregnancy Related InformationN/AOld Age Related InformationN/ABreast Feeding Related InformationN/AChildren Related InformationN/AIndications for PyridoxineN/AInteractions for PyridoxineN/ATypical Dosage for PyridoxineN/ASchedule of PyridoxineN/AStorage Requirements for PyridoxineN/AEffects of Missed Dosage of PyridoxineN/AEffects of Overdose of PyridoxineN/AMecobalamin
About MecobalaminWater soluble, Form of Vitamin B12Mechanism of Action of MecobalaminMecobalamin is the neurologically active form of vitamin B12 and occurs as a water-soluble vitamin in the body. It is a cofactor in the enzyme methionine synthase, which functions to transfer methyl groups for the regeneration of methionine from homocysteine. In anaemia, it increases erythrocyte production by promoting nucleic acid synthesis in the bone marrow and by promoting maturation and division of erythrocytes.Pharmacokinets of MecobalaminAbsorption: Absorbed after oral, sublingual, injection
Excretion: Excretion via urine
Onset of Action for MecobalaminN/ADuration of Action for MecobalaminN/AHalf Life of MecobalaminN/ASide Effects of Mecobalamin1.Oral: Anorexia, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea
2.Parenteral: Rash, headache, hot sensation, diaphoresis and pain/induration at IM inj site
Contra-indications of MecobalaminN/ASpecial Precautions while taking MecobalaminN/APregnancy Related InformationMay be usedOld Age Related InformationMay be usedBreast Feeding Related InformationMay be usedChildren Related InformationN/AIndications for Mecobalamin1.Peripheral neuropathies
2.Megaloblastic anaemia
Interactions for Mecobalamin1.Decreased GI tract absorption with neomycin, aminosalicylic acid, H2-blockers and colchicines
2.Reduced serum concentrations with oral contraceptives
3.Reduced effects in anaemia with parenteral chloramphenicol
Typical Dosage for MecobalaminPeripheral neuropathies
Oral: Adult: 1500 mcg/day in 3 divided doses
Parenteral: 500 mcg daily IM/IV 3 times/wk
Megaloblastic anaemia caused by vitamin B12 deficiency
Parenteral: Adult: 500 mcg daily IM/IV 3 times/wk. Maintenance dose: After about 2 mth of therapy, reduce dose to single admin of 500 mcg every 1-3 mth.Schedule of MecobalaminN/AStorage Requirements for MecobalaminOral: Store at room temperature. Protect from moisture and light.
Parenteral: Store at room temperature. Do not expose to direct light.
Effects of Missed Dosage of MecobalaminN/AEffects of Overdose of MecobalaminN/AAbout N/AMechanism of Action of N/APharmacokinets of N/AOnset of Action for N/ADuration of Action for N/AHalf Life of N/ASide Effects of N/AContra-indications of N/ASpecial Precautions while taking N/APregnancy Related InformationN/AOld Age Related InformationN/ABreast Feeding Related InformationN/AChildren Related InformationN/AIndications for N/AInteractions for N/ATypical Dosage for N/ASchedule of N/AStorage Requirements for N/AEffects of Missed Dosage of N/AEffects of Overdose of N/ABiotin
About BiotinN/AMechanism of Action of BiotinBiotin excerts it`s pharmacological action by influencing metabolic reactions. It acts as a coenzyme for carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism. It is required for cell growth and production of fatty acids. It is required for healthy maintenance of hair, skin, sweat glands, nerve tissue, and bone marrow. It also helps in the transfer of carbon dioxide and in the maintenance of a steady blood sugar level.Pharmacokinets of BiotinAbsorption: Well absorbed orally, Excretion: Extra drug is excreted unchanged in urine.Onset of Action for BiotinN/ADuration of Action for BiotinN/AHalf Life of BiotinN/ASide Effects of BiotinN/AContra-indications of BiotinHypersensitivity of any biotin products.Special Precautions while taking BiotinN/APregnancy Related InformationUse with cautionOld Age Related InformationUse with cautionBreast Feeding Related InformationUse with cautionChildren Related InformationUse with cautionIndications for Biotin1.Biotin deficiency
2 Alopecia
3.Brittle nails
4.Prevent diabetic neuropathy and lower blood glucose levels in diabetic patients
5.Seborrheic dermatitis
6.Dry skin.
Interactions for BiotinN/ATypical Dosage for BiotinOral: 30 to 70mcg daily. Increased up to 300mcg/day if required based on the severity of deficiency.
Pregnancy: 30mcg daily
Lactation: 35mcg daily
Prevent brittle nails: 2.5mg/day.
Schedule of BiotinC1Storage Requirements for BiotinStore in a cool dry area in a well closed container. Protects from moisture, light and direct heat.Effects of Missed Dosage of BiotinTake the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.Effects of Overdose of BiotinProvide symptomatic treatment and supportive measures.Benfotiamine
About BenfotiamineSynthetic S-acyl derivative of thiamine (vitamine B1), Antioxidant ,anti-AGE(Advanced glycation end product) supplement, Treating Diabetic Complications.Mechanism of Action of BenfotiamineN/APharmacokinets of BenfotiamineN/AOnset of Action for BenfotiamineN/ADuration of Action for BenfotiamineN/AHalf Life of BenfotiamineN/ASide Effects of BenfotiamineN/AContra-indications of BenfotiamineN/ASpecial Precautions while taking BenfotiamineN/APregnancy Related InformationN/AOld Age Related InformationN/ABreast Feeding Related InformationN/AChildren Related InformationN/AIndications for Benfotiamine1.Management of diabetic neuropathy, diabetic nephropathy and diabetic retinopathy
2.Beri Beri
3.Wenicke-korsakoff syndrome
Interactions for BenfotiamineN/ATypical Dosage for BenfotiamineN/ASchedule of BenfotiamineN/AStorage Requirements for BenfotiamineN/AEffects of Missed Dosage of BenfotiamineN/AEffects of Overdose of BenfotiamineN/AHome Delivery for Folic Acid + Pyridoxine + Mecobalamin + Alpha LipoicAcid + Biotin + Benfotiamine in Your City
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