Vitamin B12 is used in the treatment of vitamin B12 deficiency.
Vitamin B12 is a nutrient which the body requires in small amounts to make red blood cells, generate energy, and keep nerve cells healthy.
- Symptoms of Vitamin B12 Deficiency
- Weakness, tiredness, or lightheadedness
- Anemia
- Heart palpitations and shortness of breath
- Pale skin
- A smooth tongue
- Constipation, diarrhea, loss of appetite, or gas
- Nerve problems like numbness or tingling, muscle weakness, and problems walking
- Vision loss
- Mental problems like depression, memory loss, or behavioral changes
- Most people can prevent vitamin B12 deficiency by eating enough meat, poultry, seafood, dairy products, and eggs.
- If you don't eat animal products, or you have a medical condition that limits how well your body absorbs nutrients, you can take vitamin B12 in a multivitamin or other supplement and foods fortified with vitamin B12.
Glucosamine is a proteoglycan synthesis stimulator which relieves osteoarthritis symptoms. It helps in the formation of cartilage (the soft tissue that cushions the joints) and keep the joints lubricated for better movement and flexibility.
- Glucosamine sulfate are often used as natural remedies for osteoarthritis.
- Glucosamine sulfate can help control osteoarthritis by protecting against the breakdown of cartilage.
- Glucosamine is touted as a natural remedy for interstitial cystitis, temporomandibular joint disorder, and glaucoma.
- bloating
- constipation
- diarrhea
- gas
- heartburn
- indigestion
- nausea
- stomach upset
In rare cases, use of glucosamine may cause such side effects as drowsiness, skin
reactions, vomiting, headache, elevated blood pressure and heart rate, and
palpitations.
- Do not take glucosamine, if you are allergic to glucosamine or shell fish.
- Avoid taking glucosamine, if you are pregnant or breast feeding.
- Doctor’s advice should be considered in case of patients with following history of disease conditions: diabetes; high cholesterol or triglycerides; cancer; liver disease; asthma or breathing disorder.
- Do not continue the glucosamine, if you are having surgery.
Generic Name: cholecalciferol
Vitamin D3 is needed for normal absorption of calcium and phosphorus, which is further utilized for development and maintenance of bones and teeth. This makes bones stronger and reduces risk for bone fractures. Vitamin D3 also has a role in ones nerve, muscle, and immune systems.
People who might need extra vitamin D3 include
- Older adult
- Breastfed infants
- People with dark skin
- People with certain conditions, such as liver diseases, cystic fibrosis and Crohn's disease
- People who have obesity or have had gastric bypass surgery
Symptoms of vitamin D3 deficiency include bone pain, muscle weakness, fatigue, and mood changes. Vitamin D3 is used for treating osteoporosis, rickets, osteomalacia, renal osteodystrophy and hypoparathyroidism.
- nausea
- vomiting
- constipation
- weight loss
- weakness
- increased calcium levels (hypercalcemia)
May cause allergic reactions or other problems if contain inactive ingredients such as peanut/soy. Pregnant women or Breastfeeding mothers need to consult their doctors before taking Vitamin D3 supplements.
Inositol is a vitamin-like substance. It is found in many plants and animals. It is also
produced in the human body and can be made in a laboratory.
Inositol can be found in many forms (called isomers). The most common forms are
myo-inositol and D-chiro-inositol.
Inositol is used to for metabolic syndrome and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
It is also used as a complementary therapy for metabolic and mood disorders.
Inositol has also been found to reduce psoriasis symptoms in people taking lithium,
a drug commonly prescribed to treat bipolar disorder, depression, schizophrenia,
and eating disorders.
Nausea
Stomach pain
Tiredness
Headache
Dizziness
The metabolic effects of Inositol may not be appropriate for everyone. Even in
people with diabetes, the prolonged use or overuse of inositol may lead
to hypoglycemia(low blood sugar).
There is also some concern that high doses of inositol hexaphosphate may reduce
the body's ability to absorb zinc, calcium, iron, and other essential minerals,
triggering a nutritional deficiency even if you're eating a balanced diet.
N-acetyl cysteine is most commonly used by mouth for cough and other lung conditions. It is also used for flu, dry eye, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support many of these uses.
N-acetyl cysteine comes from the amino acid L-cysteine. Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins. N-acetyl cysteine has many uses as medicine.
Major & minor side effects for Acetylcysteine
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Fever
- Runny Nose
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Skin irritation and rahses
- Throat irritation
- Drowsiness
- Chest tightness
- Hives and wheezing
- Difficulty in breathing
- Presence of blood in cough
- Injection site pain
- Cool and moist skin
- Swelling and soreness of the inside of the mouth
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women unless clearly necessary.
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from a severe and sudden attack of asthma.
This medicine should not be used with topical antibiotics for relieving dry eye syndrome due to the increased risk of severe adverse reactions.
Both the oral and intravenous forms of this medicine are used for the treatment of paracetamol poisoning.
Use of this medicine may cause severe allergic reactions like a rapid fall in blood pressure, difficulty in breathing, rash, etc.
Myo-inositol may be of benefit for a range of applications related to female health.
Myo-inositol is one of nine different types of inositol. It is a naturally occurring substance produced in the human body from glucose, although it is not a sugar.
Tiredness, headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, flushing, parasthesia, palpitation.
Avoid if patients are allergic to Myo Inositol. Consult with the doctor during pregnancy & lactation. patients with heart failure & partially or whole body paralysis should not take Myo Inositol.
