Nasocobal
(cyanocobalamin)
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Boosts vitamin B12 levels and treats anemia.
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Nasocobal (cyanocobalamin) is the only way to treat vitamin B12 deficiency and is available over the counter.
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Quick facts about cyanocobalamin
- Drug class: Hematopoietic
- Rx status: Over-the-counter
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (cyanocobalamin)
Upsides
- There are different forms of Nasocobal (cyanocobalamin) available other than a pill that you can inject or spray into your nose if your stomach's not able to absorb nutrients.
- The Nasocobal (cyanocobalamin) pills are available over the counter.
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Downsides
- Only treats anemia due to vitamin B12 deficiency.
- The nasal form of Nasocobal (cyanocobalamin) can't be used to treat acute B12 deficiency.
- The injectable form of Nasocobal (cyanocobalamin) requires a prescription from your doctor.
- If you have pernicious anemia, you'll need injections of Nasocobal (cyanocobalamin) long-term.
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Nasocobal (cyanocobalamin) is also known as vitamin B12. It is an important vitamin that breaks down fat and carbohydrates for energy, and helps make proteins and cells.
Quick facts about cyanocobalamin
- Drug class: Hematopoietic
- Rx status: Over-the-counter
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (cyanocobalamin)
Used for
- Pernicious anemia
- Vitamin B12 deficiency
- B12 deficiency anemia
Dosage forms
- Pill
- Injection
- Nasal spray
- Liquid
- Soft chew
- Lozenge
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See more prices and coupons in your areaWhat to expect when you take Nasocobal (cyanocobalamin) for Vitamin B12 deficiency
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- Possible side effects
- Runny nose
- Lack of energy
- Headache
- Infection
- Dizziness
Side effect rates for Nasocobal (cyanocobalamin)
From 25 clinical trials of cyanocobalamin when taken for vitamin b12 deficiency in pernicious anemia patients (100mcg vitamin b12 intramuscular)
- Lack of energy16%16%
- Headache12%12%
- Infection12%12%
- Dizziness12%12%
- Generalized pain8%8%
- Joint pain8%8%
- Runny nose8%8%
- Back pain4%4%
- Peripheral vascular disorder4%4%
- Indigestion4%4%
- Nausea4%4%
- Nausea & Vomitting4%4%
- Vomiting4%4%
- Muscle pain4%4%
- Abnormal gait4%4%
- Anxiety4%4%
- Loss of sensation4%4%
- Incoordination4%4%
- Nervousness4%4%
- Numbness4%4%
- Shortness of breath4%4%
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The placebo bar shows how common a side effect was for people taking a sugar pill instead of cyanocobalamin.
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Risks and Warnings for Nasocobal (cyanocobalamin)
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- › Leber's disease
People who have a very rare disease of the eye nerves called Leber's disease can have severe eye damage if they take Nasocobal (cyanocobalamin). Talk to your doctor if you have questions.
Common concerns from people taking Nasocobal (cyanocobalamin)
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- Take the pill with meals to increase the absorption of Nasocobal (cyanocobalamin).