Hydroxocobalamin

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Hydroxocobalamin, also known as hydroxycobalamin, is a form of Vitamin B12 found in food and used as a dietary supplement. As a supplement it is used to treat vitamin B12 deficiency including pernicious anemia. Other uses include treatment for cyanide poisoning, Leber's optic atrophy, and toxic amblyopia. It is given by injection into a muscle or vein, by pill or sublingually. Side effects are generally few and may go away with treatment. They may include diarrhea, feeling sick, hot flushes, itchiness, allergic reactions, burning or pain sensation on injection site, and high blood pressure. In those with severe anemia getting treatment immediately, low blood potassium, may arise. Normal doses are considered safe in pregnancy. With a standard injection (1000 mcg), a 30% to 90% of the dose may excreted, as any excess amount that the body does not need is flushed through the urine. No overdosage or toxicity has been reported with this drug. Hydroxocobalamin is the natural form of vitamin B12...

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