Generic
Vitamin B1 + Vitamin B2 + Nicotinamide + Vitamin B6 + Pantothenic Acid + Vitamin C + Biotin + Folic Acid + Vitamin B12 Inj
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At a glance
It is intended as a supplement for intravenous nutrition in order to meet the daily requirements of the water-soluble vitamins in infants, children and adults.
Description
Water-soluble vitamins for infusion. They act as coenzymes of vital enzymes associated with crucial physiological processes, energy metabolism, cell growth and replenishment especially in brain and nerve cells and gives better synergistic action.
Indications
- Supplement for intravenous nutrition to meet daily requirements of water-soluble vitamins in infants, children and adults
Therapeutic class
Specific combined vitamin preparations
Pharmacological class
Vitamins & Minerals
Pharmacology
Water-soluble vitamins for infusion. They act as coenzymes of vital enzymes associated with crucial physiological processes, energy metabolism, cell growth and replenishment especially in brain and nerve cells.
Mechanism of action
Water-soluble vitamins support normal body function.
Dosage
Adult Dose (IV):
- The recommended daily doses are the content of 1 vial (10 ml)
Child Dose (IV):
- Children weighing 10 kg or more: the content of 1 vial (10 ml)
- Children weighing less than 10 kg: 1/10 of the content of one vial i.e. 1 ml per kg body weight per day
Administration
- Administered by a doctor or nurse as IV injection or infusion
- Use as directed by a physician
Missed dose
If you miss a dose, consult your doctor.
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Rise in body temperature
- Shivering, chills
- Nausea and vomiting
- Allergic reactions
- Breathing difficulties (rapid breathing, shortness of breath)
- Effects on blood pressure
- Abdominal pain, tiredness, headaches, flushing, slight pressure over the eyes and dizziness
Precautions & warnings
- Administering folic acid may obscure pernicious anemia
- In patients receiving TPN, routine supplementation with both fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins is recommended
- Daily vitamin requirements must be calculated to avoid over dosage and toxic effects
- In patients for whom TPN is continued for prolonged periods, periodic monitoring of blood vitamin levels should be considered
- To prevent excessive excretion of water-soluble vitamins, daily dosage should be administered over a number of hours
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients of the preparation
Drug interactions
No known significant interactions.
Food interactions
Food interactions are not significant.
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy: Consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Category: C — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Use in lactation
Use in Lactation: Consult your doctor.
Pediatric use
Pediatric dosage regimen established
Geriatric use
Safe for elderly
Renal / hepatic impairment
Renal Impairment: Limited information
Hepatic Impairment: Limited information
Overdose effects
Symptoms: Limited information.
Treatment: Supportive care.
Storage conditions
Store in a dry place, away from light; keep out of reach of children.