BECADEXAMIN CAP

Overview

BECADEXAMIN CAP is a Schedule H drug.

BECADEXAMIN CAP is composed of: VITAMIN A (5000 IU), FOLIC ACID (1000 MCG), VITAMIN D3 (400 IU), VITAMIN C (75 MG), DI BASIC CALCIUM PHOSPHATE (70 MG), NIACINAMIDE (45 MG), ZINC SULFATE (28.7 MG), VITAMIN E (15 MG), CYANOCOBALAMIN (5 MCG), THIAMINE (5 MG), RIBOFLAVIN (5 MG), D-PANTHENOL (5 MG), VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) (2 MG), POTASSIUM IODIDE (0.025 MG), MAGNESIUM OXIDE (0.15 MG), ELEMENTAL COPPER (0.1 MG), ELEMENTAL MANGANESE (0.01 MG)


Folic acid is a type of B vitamin that is normally found in foods such as dried beans, peas, lentils, oranges, whole-wheat products, liver, asparagus, beets, broccoli, brussels sprouts, and spinach.Folic acid helps your body produce and maintain new cells, and also helps prevent changes to DNA that may lead to cancer.As a medication, folic acid is used to treat folic acid deficiency and certain types of anemia (lack of red blood cells) caused by folic acid deficiency.Folic acid is sometimes used in combination with other medications to treat pernicious anemia. It plays a vital role in the formation of red blood cells, which carry oxygen throughout the body. It is also essential in pregnancy due to its role in the development of the unborn baby’s brain and spinal cord.







Cyanocobalamin is a man-made form of vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is important for growth, cell reproduction, blood formation, and protein and tissue synthesis. Cyanocobalamin is used to tret vitamin B12 deficiency in people with pernicious anemia and other conditions.







Usage

FOLIC ACID is generally used to treat: Anemia, Pernicious Anemia, Vitamin B Deficiency







CYANOCOBALAMIN is generally used to treat: Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Anemia
CYANOCOBALAMIN can address symptoms like: Chest Pain, Head Headache, Dizziness, Face Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Legs Pain, Frequent Urination









Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

BECADEXAMIN CAP is generally taken Before Food.

Precautions



  • Folic Acid is used for the treatment of folic acid deficiency.
  • It is also taken before and during pregnancy to decrease the risk of defects in the neural tube, which forms the spinal cord in the baby.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures as you may need a higher dose of the seizure medicines than what you normally take.
  • You should not use this medication if you have ever had an allergic reaction to folic acid.Take folic acid exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.
  • Follow the directions on your prescription label.
  • Take folic acid with a full glass of water.
  • Follow your doctor’s instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages.
  • Caution should be exercised in patients with history of long-term infection, seizure disorder, liver problems and kidney dialysis.







Take the extended-release tablet with a full glass of water.  Do not substitute folic acid for this medication. Perform lab tests for blood regularly, to monitor the progress. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication. Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney and liver disease, pregnancy, breast-feeding and allergy to cobalt.







Symptoms of Overdosage

FOLIC ACID over-dosage can result in: Mouth Pain, Weakness (generalized), Fatigue (tiredness), Confusion, Difficulty Concentrating

Common Side-Effects

FOLIC ACID : Depression, Nausea, Loss Of Appetite, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Difficulty Sleeping, Restless Or Irritability, Unusual Taste In Mouth
CYANOCOBALAMIN : Anemia, Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Chest Pain, Head Headache, Dizziness, Face Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Legs Pain, Frequent Urination

Rare Side-Effects

FOLIC ACID : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Fever, Body Discomfort, Wheezing, Shortness Of Breath, Difficulty Breathing

Technical Classification

FOLIC ACID is categorized as: VITAMINS / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS
CYANOCOBALAMIN is categorized as: VITAMINS / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

Once Daily76%
Morning7%
Afternoon5%
Others4%

How long was it prescribed?

30 Days34%
21 Days18%
90 Days12%
7 Days9%
60 Days6%
15 Days5%
14 Days5%
5 Days3%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

Below 5yrs1%
12 to 18yrs3%
18 to 35yrs33%
35 to 50yrs23%
50 to 60yrs20%
60 to 70yrs13%
70yrs and above7%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females69%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Gynaecologist46%
Oncologist25%
Rheumatologist8%
Gastroenterologist4%
Orthopaedist3%
Cardiologist3%
ENT3%
Gynaecologist And Obstetrician3%
Surgeon3%
Nephrologist2%
Neurologist1%
Pediatrician1%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

EME-OD TAB12%
OROFER XT CAP11%
FORCAN TAB 150MG10%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

CBC (HEMATOLOGY)24%
SERUM TSH (ENDOCRINOLOGY)12%
RBS (HEMATOLOGY)11%

Available Alternatives

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

BECADEXAMIN CAPINR 28.95 for 1 PACKVITAMIN A 5000 IU, FOLIC ACID 1000 MCG, VITAMIN D3 400 IU, VITAMIN C 75 MG, DI BASIC CALCIUM PHOSPHATE 70 MG, NIACINAMIDE 45 MG, ZINC SULFATE 28.7 MG, VITAMIN E 15 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 5 MCG, THIAMINE 5 MG, RIBOFLAVIN 5 MG, D-PANTHENOL 5 MG, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 2 MG, POTASSIUM IODIDE 0.025 MG, MAGNESIUM OXIDE 0.15 MG, ELEMENTAL COPPER 0.1 MG, ELEMENTAL MANGANESE 0.01 MG