Folic Acid+vitamin B12+nicotinamide
About Folic Acid+vitamin B12+nicotinamide
Folic Acid+vitamin B12+nicotinamide belongs to the class of 'nutritional supplements', primarily used to treat nutritional deficiencies. It is used to treat and prevent niacin deficiency (pellagra), folate deficiency, and vitamin B12 deficiency. Nutritional deficiency occurs when the body is unable to absorb or get enough nutrients from food. It could lead to various health problems, including defective bone growth, skin disorders, digestive issues, and dementia (memory loss).
Folic Acid+vitamin B12+nicotinamide contains Folic acid, Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin/Mecobalamin), and Nicotinamide (vitamin B3). Folic acid is the synthetic form of folate. Folate is a water-soluble Vitamin B naturally found in food sources. It helps in the formation of red blood cells and prevents DNA changes that may lead to cancer. Vitamin B12 regulates body functions, such as cell multiplication, blood formation, and protein synthesis. Nicotinamide (also known as Niacinamide) is a form of vitamin B3 (niacin). It helps in replenishing the energy in the body cells and provides essential nutrients.
Your doctor will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. Sometimes, Folic Acid+vitamin B12+nicotinamide may have common side effects like nausea, upset stomach, and diarrhoea. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please reach out to your doctor.
Let your doctor know if you use any other medicines and herbal products before starting Folic Acid+vitamin B12+nicotinamide. If you are allergic to Folic Acid+vitamin B12+nicotinamide or its inactive components, please inform your doctor. If you are a pregnant or breastfeeding mother, please consult your doctor before taking Folic Acid+vitamin B12+nicotinamide. Folic Acid+vitamin B12+nicotinamide does not interfere with your driving ability. It is advised to limit or avoid alcohol intake to get maximum absorption of vitamins from the supplement.
Uses of Folic Acid+vitamin B12+nicotinamide
Medicinal Benefits
Folic Acid+vitamin B12+nicotinamide is used to treat nutritional deficiencies. It contains Folic acid, Vitamin B12, and Nicotinamide. Folic acid is the synthetic form of folate. Folate is a water-soluble Vitamin B naturally found in food sources. It helps in the formation of red blood cells and prevents DNA changes that may lead to cancer. Vitamin B12 regulates body functions, such as cell multiplication, blood formation, and protein synthesis. It is used in alcoholic neuropathy, pernicious anaemia, diabetic neuropathy (nerve damage due to high blood sugar levels), and multiple sclerosis (immune system disease affecting the brain). Nicotinamide (also known as Niacinamide) is a form of vitamin B3 (niacin). It helps in replenishing the energy in the body cells and provides essential nutrients.
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Side Effects of Folic Acid+vitamin B12+nicotinamide
- Nausea
- Upset stomach
- Diarrhoea
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Nutritional deficiencies: A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough nutrients from food. Vitamins and minerals are necessary for body development and the prevention of diseases. Nutrient deficiency can lead to many health problems like a weakened immune system, skin problems, digestion problems, defective bone growth, and neurological diseases.
FAQs
Folic Acid+vitamin B12+nicotinamide is a dietary supplement and consists of Folic acid, Vitamin B12 (Mecobalamin), and Nicotinamide. When you lack these vitamins in your body, which cannot be recovered even with the food sources, Folic Acid+vitamin B12+nicotinamide helps replenish these deficient levels and treat the associated disease conditions. Collectively, Folic Acid+vitamin B12+nicotinamide treats nutritional deficiencies.
Vitamin B12 deficiency is caused when you don't have enough Methylcobalamin or Mecobalmin levels in your body. You can include natural Vitamin B12 sources like eggs, beef, liver, chicken, trout, salmon, tuna fish, clams, fortified breakfast cereal, low-fat milk, yoghurt, and cheese in your diet for treating the deficiency. If you still have low levels of B12, please consult your doctor for its supplements.
Nicotinamide in Folic Acid+vitamin B12+nicotinamide may alter your blood sugar levels. Hence, it is advised to consult your doctor before starting Folic Acid+vitamin B12+nicotinamide if you have diabetes.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and follow your usual dosage.
