Hydroxocobalamin
Related terms
Brand Names: U.S.:
Cyanokit?
Brand Names: Canada:
Cyanokit?
Uses
- It is used to treat anemia.
- It is used to stop and treat low vitamin B12.
- It is used to treat cyanide poisoning.
- Hydroxocobalamin is a diet aid that helps the body make healthy red blood and nerve cells.
- Hydroxocobalamin binds with cyanide.
Dosing
How to take
- To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses.
- It is given as a shot into a muscle.
- Your doctor may teach you how to give the shot.
- Wash your hands before and after use.
- Throw away needles in a needle/sharp disposal box and take the box back to your doctor when it is full.
- Cyanide poisoning:
- It is given as a shot into a vein over a period of time.
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