Hi,
I am 9 weeks pregnant and my doctor advised me to take Folinext D capsules, which contains Folic Acid IP, Mecobalamin JP and DHA. Are these suppliments safe during pregnancy? Please advise.waiting to see your reply soon
Is Folinext D capsules intake are safe in pregnancy?
Question posted by Nicoxford on 1 May 2013
Last updated on 1 May 2013
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It's methylcobalamin which is just another type of vitamin B12. It is fine for both you and your baby. You both need Vitamin B12 to function properly. Cyanocobalamin is just a more common form of B12 but cyanocobalamin and
methylcobalamin are both forms of B12.
Honestly, I dont know why they even put B12 in oral formulations because it can only be absorbed and used by the body when given by injection or intravenously or sublingually. Stomach acid destroys it when taken by mouth and swallowed so you wont even absorb it.
Folinext D has folic acid and DHA, both are essential for the growing fetus and the mother.
Thanks for reply,
but it contains 750mcg of mecobalamin too. Can you please put some light on mecobalamin. I have no idea about it. Any side effects of having mecobalamin during pregnancy? what are the advantages/disadvantages of having it?
Hello once again,
Benefits of Mecobalamin
Vitamin B12 is accessible in many forms and mecobalamin is one of these forms. This particular vitamin has been portrayed to safeguard those who consume it from premature aging and neurological conditions. A deficiency in this particular vitamin is also linked to several diseases.
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Vitamin B12 Side Effects
Generic name: cyanocobalamin
For the Consumer
Applies to cyanocobalamin: oral tablet, oral tablet extended release, sublingual tablet
Other dosage forms:
injectable solution
nasal gel, nasal spray
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction while taking cyanocobalamin (the active ingredient contained in Vitamin B12) hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:
chest pain;
feeling short of breath, even with mild exertion;
swelling, rapid weight gain; or
unusual warmth, redness, or pain in an arm or leg.
Less serious side effects of cyanocobalamin may include:
headache, dizziness, weakness;
nausea, upset stomach, diarrhea;
numbness or tingling;
fever;
joint pain;
swollen tongue;
swelling; or
itching or rash.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
For Health Care Professionals
Applies to cyanocobalamin: compounding powder, injectable solution, intramuscular solution, nasal gel, nasal spray, oral tablet, oral tablet extended release, sublingual tablet
Cardiovascular
Cardiovascular side effects associated with parenteral cyanocobalamin (the active ingredient contained in Vitamin B12) have included congestive heart failure, pulmonary edema, and peripheral vascular thrombosis. These effects were usually reported early in treatment.
Dermatologic
Dermatologic side effects associated with both intranasal and parenteral cyanocobalamin (the active ingredient contained in Vitamin B12) have included itching and transitory exanthema.
Dermatologic side effects have rarely included exacerbation or onset of inflammatory acne and folliculitis related to B12.
Exacerbation or onset of inflammatory acne and folliculitis have been seen with high doses of B12 (5 to 10 mg/week). The etiology and pathogenic mechanisms of vitamin B12-induced acne are unknown. When present, acneiform eruptions usually occur on the facial area after the first or second injection, and typically disappear within 8 to 10 days after stopping therapy.
A single case of a severe skin eruption resembling acne rosacea that was temporally associated with daily ingestion of 100 mcg of B12 (with 100 mg of B6) has been reported. The rash resolved upon discontinuation of both drugs and recurred upon rechallenge with half the doses.
Some have suspected sorbitol or iodine that is present in some ampules of B12 may be the cause of at least some cases of skin eruptions associated with this drug.
Gastrointestinal
A single case of cecal vitamin B12 bezoar has been reported in an elderly man with a history of multiple gastrointestinal surgeries.
Gastrointestinal side effects associated with parenteral cyanocobalamin have included dyspepsia, nausea, vomiting, and mild transient diarrhea.
Gastrointestinal side effects associated with intranasal cyanocobalamin have included glossitis and nausea.
Hypersensitivity
Anaphylactic reactions have been reported primarily with parenteral administration of B12 and are thought to be the result of impurities of B12 preparations that are no longer manufactured. They may occur soon after a sensitizing dose, within a few weeks or months, or rarely after a latency of several years.
Hypersensitivity side effects associated with parenteral cyanocobalamin have rarely included anaphylactic reactions and death.
Nervous system
Nervous system side effects associated with parenteral cyanocobalamin (the active ingredient contained in Vitamin B12) have included abnormal gait, asthenia, anxiety, dizziness, hypoesthesia, incoordination, nervousness, and incoordination.
Nervous system side effects associated with both parenteral and intranasal cyanocobalamin have included paresthesia and headache.
Hematologic
Hematologic side effects have included polycythemia vera.
Musculoskeletal
Musculoskeletal side effects associated with parenteral cyanocobalamin (the active ingredient contained in Vitamin B12) have included arthritis, back pain, and myalgia.
Respiratory
Respiratory side effects associated with parenteral cyanocobalamin (the active ingredient contained in Vitamin B12) have included dyspnea.
Respiratory side effects associated with both parenteral and intranasal cyanocobalamin have included rhinitis.
Immunologic
Immunologic side effects associated with both parenteral and intranasal cyanocobalamin (the active ingredient contained in Vitamin B12) have included infection.
Other
Other side effects associated with parenteral administration of cyanocobalamin (the active ingredient contained in Vitamin B12) have included feeling of swelling of entire body, back pain, and generalized pain.
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Look don´t get me wrong, all of us here at Drugs.com answer questions to help other people , we do not get paid , we do it out of our own freewill , this is not my job, I do because I like to help. Having said that, now you know and a "please" would be nice. I do not have a problem with you or anyone else, but some people tend to think it is my job and I am getting paid for, but it is volunteer work.
All the best,
Forget about what I wrote at the end of my comment, I read a different comment, and thought it was you, but you are very polite and respectful, so please do not pay attention to the last part of my comment, it was meant for someone else.
Thanks for the information masso, and don't worry about the last paragraph.
but I am still confuse whether I should take this medicine or not?
I mean in your last comment you didn't mention that intake of mecobalamin would effect good or bad on my baby?
I really got confuse between mecobalamin and cyanocobalamin? are these different terms or cyanocobalamin is the result of deficiency of mecobalamin?
Please reply soon.
Thanks in advance.
Cyanocobalamin is the most common and widely produced of the chemical compounds that have vitamin activity as vitamin B12.
Mecobalamin is a form of Vitamin B12 and has been assigned to FDA pregnancy category C.
Category C
Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.
I suggest you talk to your Dr. about it inorder to clarify everything that needs to be clarified, or what would be better is to get a second opinion.
And you are most welcome.
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