Vitamin B12 Depot Hevert ampoules, 100x2 ml

Vitamin B12 Depot Hevert ampoules

Vitamin B12 is an essential vitamin from the group of B vitamins that fulfills a variety of functions in the body.It is crucial for the structure of DNA, cell reproduction, energy metabolism, protection of nerve cells and the formation of red blood cells.A deficiency of vitamin B12 can therefore cause both physical and psychological symptoms.The common causes of a vitamin B12 deficiency include intestinal diseases, inflammation of the stomach lining, certain medications, older age and a strict vegetarian, vegan or unbalanced diet.

The Vitamin B12 Depot Hevert ampoules help to quickly resolve the deficiency symptoms.Physical symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency include anemia, fatigue, loss of appetite, nerve pain, muscle tremors, impaired coordination, and tingling or numbness in the legs.Psychological symptoms can include listlessness, depressed mood, poor concentration, nervousness and sleep disorders.

Vitamin B12 Depot Hevert contains high-dose hydroxocobalamin and is administered as an injection.This dosage form is particularly effective because it avoids the detour through the stomach and intestines and quickly supplies the required energy.For a lasting effect, the application is usually carried out by a doctor or alternative practitioner in the form of an injection course over several weeks.

This product is available without a prescription.

Areas of application

Vitamin B12 Depot Hevert is used for a vitamin B12 deficiency that cannot be compensated for through diet.Such a deficiency can manifest itself in various clinical pictures, such as hyperchromic macrocytic megaloblastic anemia, funicular spinal disease and other disorders of the maturation of blood cells.A vitamin B12 deficiency confirmed by laboratory diagnosis can be caused by years of malnutrition and malnutrition, congenital vitamin B12 transport disorders, malabsorption, insufficient production of the intrinsic factor, diseases in the end section of the ileum, fish tapeworm or blind loop syndrome.

Application

At the start of treatment, 1 ml of Vitamin B12 Depot Hevert, equivalent to 500 µg hydroxocobalamin acetate, is administered twice a week in the first few weeks after diagnosis.If vitamin B12 absorption problems in the intestine are proven, 100 µg hydroxocobalamin acetate is then administered once a month.Vitamin B12 Depot Hevert is usually administered intramuscularly, but can also be given slowly intravenously or subcutaneously.The preparation is intended for long-term use and there are no known cases of poisoning or overdose.

Ingredients

Active ingredient: 1 ampoule of 2 ml: hydroxocobalamin acetate 1000 µg (1 mg) (vitamin B12).Other ingredients include sodium acetate/acetic acid (acetate buffer), sodium chloride and water for injections.