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Mecofol Tablet is a supplement of vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is important for the brain and nerves, and for the production of red blood cells. This medicine is used to treat vitamin B12 deficiency. It is also sometimes used in people with pernicious anemia and other conditions.

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Last updated on 07 Apr 2026 | 02:54 PM (IST)

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Product introduction

Mecofol Tablet should be taken in dosage and duration as advised by the doctor. The dosage should not be exceeded without the consultation of a doctor. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines.

There is limited data on the side effects of Mecofol Tablet. Let your doctor know if you experience any symptoms that bother you or worsen while taking the medicine. They may be able to suggest ways to treat or manage the side effects.

Before you start Mecofol Tablet, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions. Inform your doctor about all the medications you are taking, as some medicines may interact with Mecofol Tablet. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Mecofol Tablet to ensure safety.

Uses of MecoFOL Tablet

Treatment of Pernicious Anemia
Vitamin B12 deficiency

Benefits of MecoFOL Tablet

Treatment of Pernicious Anemia
Pernicious anemia is a condition where your body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen around your body due to lack of vitamin B12. If you do not get enough vitamin B12 from the foods you eat (because of poor nutrition or poor absorption of the mineral), your body will produce fewer red blood cells and can cause anemia. Mecofol Tablet is a nutritional supplement used to treat or prevent low levels of vitamin B12 in the body. Both of them play an essential role in the production of red blood cells, and its deficiency can lead to anemia. It can boost your levels of red blood cells and reduce the symptoms of anemia such as tiredness and weakness. Take it in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor for maximum benefits.

Vitamin B12 deficiency
Mecofol Tablet is a supplement of vitamin B12. It is used to treat low levels of vitamin B12 in your body. Vitamin B12 is essential in the formation of red blood cells and helps in the absorption of iron in the body. It also helps your body use fat and carbohydrates for energy and make new protein. In combination with other vitamins, it helps in strengthening the immune system, improves the metabolism of the body, and is important for the nervous system.

Side effects of MecoFOL Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of MecoFOL

Limited data available

How to use MecoFOL Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Mecofol Tablet may be taken with or without food.

How MecoFOL Tablet works

Mecofol Tablet is a form of vitamin B12 that restores its level in the body thereby helping in treating certain anemias and nerve problems.

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Quick tips

Mecofol Tablet helps replenish vitamin B12 level in your body.
This further helps in regeneration of damaged nerves in the body.
Avoid or limit alcohol consumption while taking this medication.
Do not stop taking the medication even if your symptoms improve. Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Mecofol Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Mecofol Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Mecofol Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

SAFE

Mecofol Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Mecofol Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Mecofol Tablet in patients with liver disease.

Interaction with drugs

Taking MecoFOL with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Moderate

Chloramphenicol (Oral Route)

Your doctor may monitor the effects of Methylcobalamin and recommend an alternative medication if required.

Moderate

Chloramphenicol (Injection Route)

Your doctor may monitor the effects of Methylcobalamin and recommend an alternative medication if required.

Mild

Ranitidine (Oral Route)

Your doctor may adjust the dose as per the observation.

Frequently asked questions

What is Mecofol Tablet?

Mecofol Tablet contains vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient which is required by the body to make red blood cells and maintain a healthy nervous system. It is also important for releasing energy from food and using vitamin B11 (folic acid).

Why can’t I get sufficient vitamin B12 from my diet?

You can get vitamin B12 from sources like meat, fish, eggs and dairy products. While people who are vegetarian or vegan may not get Vitamin B12 as it is not found naturally in foods such as fruits, vegetables and grains. Therefore, deficiency of Vitamin B12 is usually noticed in vegetarians or vegans.

What happens if I have vitamin B12 deficiency?

Deficiency of vitamin B12 may cause tiredness, weakness, constipation, loss of appetite, weight loss and megaloblastic anemia (a condition when red blood cells become larger in size than normal). It may also lead to nerve problems such as numbness and tingling in the hands and feet. Other symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency may include problems with balance, depression, confusion, dementia, poor memory and soreness of the mouth or tongue.

How should Mecofol Tablet be taken?

Mecofol Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. However, it would be best to take it at the same time each day to avoid the chances of missing a dose.

What if I forget to take a dose of Mecofol Tablet?

If you forget a dose of Mecofol Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Is Mecofol Tablet safe?

Mecofol Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Cobalamin derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS

Action Class

Vitamins

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Iron Studies

Peripheral Smear Examination

Vitamin B12

References

User feedback

Patients taking Mecofol Tablet

Once A Day

92%

Twice A Day

Thrice A Day

What are you using MecoFOL Tablet for?

Others

78%

Nutritional deficiencies

22%

How much was the improvement?

Excellent

44%

Average

33%

Poor

22%

What were the side-effects while using Mecofol Tablet?

Gastrointestinal disturbance

33%

Headache

17%

Face fullness

17%

No Side Effect

17%

Nervousness

17%

How do you take MecoFOL Tablet?

With food

73%

With or without food

18%

Empty stomach

Please rate Mecofol Tablet on price

Average

56%

Expensive

22%

Not Expensive

22%

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Manufacturer details

Name: A)Windlas Biotech Limited (Plant-2)
Address: A)Khasra No. 141 to 143 & 145, Mohabewala Industrial Area, Dehradun-248110, Uttarakhand

Marketer details

Name: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India
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Email ID: [email protected]
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

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Product introduction

Uses of MecoFOL Tablet

Benefits of MecoFOL Tablet

Side effects of MecoFOL Tablet

How to use MecoFOL Tablet

How MecoFOL Tablet works

All substitutes for Mecofol Tablet

Mecobel Tablet

MethycOBAL Tablet

MeconERV Tablet

NuROKIND Tablet

MY12 500 Tablet

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Chloramphenicol (Oral Route)

Chloramphenicol (Injection Route)

Ranitidine (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

What is Mecofol Tablet?

Why can’t I get sufficient vitamin B12 from my diet?

What happens if I have vitamin B12 deficiency?

How should Mecofol Tablet be taken?

What if I forget to take a dose of Mecofol Tablet?

Is Mecofol Tablet safe?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Iron Studies

Peripheral Smear Examination

Vitamin B12

References

User feedback

Patients taking Mecofol Tablet

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What were the side-effects while using Mecofol Tablet?

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