Description

Vitcofol Injection -10ml

Vitcofol Injection is a multivitamin formulation enriched with essential hematinic and neurotropic vitamins. It is primarily used to treat anemia, nutritional deficiencies, and neurological disorders arising from inadequate levels of folic acid, Vitamin B12, and nicotinamide. The injectable form ensures faster absorption and effective correction of deficiencies.

Composition (Each 1 ml Contains)

• Folic Acid IP – 15 mg

• Cyanocobalamin IP (Vitamin B12) – 500 mcg

• Nicotinamide IP (Vitamin B3) – 200 mg

• Benzyl Alcohol IP – 2.5% v/v (as preservative)

• Phenol IP – 0.5% w/v (as preservative/stabilizer)

• Water for Injection IP – q.s.

Total Vial Volume: 10 ml

Description of Ingredients

1. Folic Acid (Vitamin B9) – 15 mg

• Essential for DNA synthesis

• Supports red blood cell formation

• Prevents megaloblastic anemia

• Helps in proper fetal development (general use context)

2. Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) – 500 mcg

• Crucial for nerve health

• Helps in RBC production

• Supports metabolic functions

• Prevents and treats Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia

3. Nicotinamide (Vitamin B3) – 200 mg

• Helps in energy production

• Improves blood circulation

• Supports healthy skin and nerve function

• Works as a coenzyme for various metabolic processes

4. Benzyl Alcohol 2.5% v/v

• Acts as a preservative to maintain product sterility

5. Phenol 0.5% w/v

• Works as an antimicrobial preservative and stabilizer

6. Water for Injection

• Sterile solvent used to dissolve active ingredients

Indications / Uses

Vitcofol Injection is used for the treatment of:

• Megaloblastic anemia

• Pernicious anemia

• Folic acid deficiency

• Vitamin B12 deficiency

• Nutritional neuropathies

• General weakness and fatigue due to vitamin deficiency

• Post-illness recovery requiring hematinic support

• Alcohol-induced vitamin deficiency

Mechanism of Action

• Folic Acid helps in the synthesis of nucleic acids and supports RBC formation.

• Cyanocobalamin aids nerve regeneration and normalizes blood formation.

• Nicotinamide enhances cellular energy metabolism and improves overall vitality.

Together, these vitamins correct deficiencies, restore hematological balance, and support neurological function.

Pharmacological Class

Hematonic & Neurotropic Multivitamin Injection

Route of Administration

• Intramuscular (IM)

• Should be administered only by a trained healthcare professional.

Possible Side Effects

• Pain or redness at the injection site

• Mild fever

• Nausea

• Skin rash

• Gastrointestinal discomfort

• Allergic reactions (rare)

Precautions

• Not for self-administration

• Caution in patients with kidney or liver disorders

• Avoid use in infants due to presence of benzyl alcohol

• Hypersensitivity to any component

• Use carefully in pregnancy or lactation (general precaution)

Storage Conditions

• Store below 25°C

• Protect from direct light

• Keep out of reach of children