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Kalmeco drugs are manufactured and registered by PT Company. Kalbe Farma Tbk. Kalmeco is a drug belonging to the category of psychotropic and neurotropic tonics. What is the effect of Kalmeco drug, how to use it, let's find out the use of Kalmeco drug through the article below.
1. What is Kalmeco?
Kalmeco belongs to the group of vitamins and minerals, prepared in the form of cystitis, packaged in boxes of 10 blisters x 10 tablets. Kalmeco medicine has the main ingredient Mecobalamin 500mcg.
2. Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics of the drug Kalmeco
Pharmacodynamics:
The active ingredient Mecobalamin contained in Kalmeco is known to be an analogue of Vitamin B12 and is the only homolog that participates in methylation reactions in the human body. In the body Mecobalamin participates in processes such as the metabolism of proteins and nucleic acids. Active ingredient Mecobalamin by stimulating the sciatic nerve should promote the recovery process with atrophied muscles. Pharmacokinetics:
Peak plasma concentrations of Mecobalamin are achieved after 3 hours for the use of different concentrations (peak concentration still depends on the concentration used) when administered orally. It was found that 40-80% of the total amount of mecobalamin in the urine 24 hours after administration was eliminated in the first 8 hours.
3. Uses of Kalmeco
Indications of the drug Kalmeco:
Used for peripheral neuropathies; Treatment of red blood cell anemia caused by vitamin B12 deficiency; Prevention and treatment of Vitamin B12 deficiency; Treatment of pernicious anemia and other macrocytic anemias. Contraindications of the drug Kalmeco:
Kalmeco is contraindicated for use in patients with hypersensitivity to any component of the drug. If the patient does not respond to Kalmeco during treatment, the drug should be discontinued.
4. Usage and dosage of the drug Kalmeco
How to use: Kalmeco is used orally.
Dosage:
For adults, use a total dose of 1500mcg in 1 day, equivalent to 3 Kalmeco tablets, divided 3 times/day. The dose of Kalmeco drug is adjusted according to the age as well as the severity of the disease that the patient is experiencing.
5. Undesirable effects of the drug Kalmeco
Side effects that may occur when patients take Kalmeco such as: Loss of appetite, appetite, nausea, diarrhea, skin rash, headache. It is recommended that patients who experience any unwanted effects during treatment with Kalmeco should notify their doctor immediately.
6. Kalmeco drug interactions
The absorption of Kalmeco may be reduced in the presence of: colchicine, neomycin, cholestyramine, potassium chloride, cimetidine, methyldopa, para-aminosalicylic acid. Patients treated with chloramphenicol may be less responsive to Kalmeco.7. Attention when using the drug Kalmeco
Kalmeco is very easy to decompose after being exposed to direct sunlight, so it should be used immediately after opening the medicine box. Patients should not use Kalmeco for more than 1 month if the use does not achieve good results. For pregnant and lactating women: There are no adequate studies on the safety and efficacy of Kalmeco in these subjects. Therefore, the benefits of treatment need to be weighed against the possible risks. Above is all information about Kalmeco drug, patients need to carefully read the instructions for use, consult a doctor / pharmacist before using. Absolutely do not arbitrarily buy Kalmeco treatment at home because there may be unwanted side effects.
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