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Vitabion is indicated for the treatment of B1, B6 and B12 deficiency syndrome. It is also indicated in the treatment of:
- Diabetic neuropathy
- Sciatica
- Peripheral neuralgia
- Facial neuralgia
- Lumbago
- Intercostal neuralgia
- Myalgia
- Spinal pain
Tablets may be administered in a dose of 1 to 3 tablets per day or as directed by the physician.
Ampoules are preferably injected intramuscularly (deep intragluteal). In severe cases 1 ampoule daily until the acute symptoms subside. For milder cases and follow up therapy 2 to 3 ampoules per week.
Cyanocobalamin should not be given before a diagnosis has been fully established because of the possibility of masking symptoms of subacute degeneration of the spinal cord. Cyanocobalamin is not a suitable form of Vitamin B12 for the treatment of optic neuropathies associated with raised plasma concentrations of cyanocobalamin.
Generally well tolerated. However, a few allergic reactions may be seen.
Oral tablet form is recommended but injectable preparation is not recommended due to presence of benzyl alcohol.