Ledoxina
Related terms
Brand Names: U.S.:
Ener-B? [OTC];Nascobal?;Twelve Resin-K [OTC]
Uses
- It is used to treat anemia.
- It is used to stop and treat low vitamin B12.
- Cyanocobalamin is a diet aid that helps the body make healthy red blood and nerve cells.
Dosing
How to take
- All products:
- To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses.
- Oral:
- Take with or without food. Take with food if it causes an upset stomach.
- Long-acting products: Swallow whole. Do not chew, break, or crush.
- Under the tongue (sublingual): Place under your tongue and let melt. Do not swallow it whole.
- Nose:
- Do not take this drug by mouth. Use in your nose only. Keep out of your mouth and eyes (may burn).
- Prime pump by squeezing it.
- Blow your nose before use.
- Check your spray use with your doctor at each visit. Read and follow the facts on how to use the spray. Make sure you use the spray the right way.
- Use 1 hour before or after eating or drinking hot foods or liquids.
- Shot:
- It is given as a shot into a muscle or under the skin.
- 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.
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