Cobalt
Generic medicine reference
Not yet clinically reviewed
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Overview
Cobalt is a trace element. Radioactive isotopes of it marked it-57 and it-58 are used for the measurement of absorption of vitamin B12 in the diagnosis of pernicious anemia. Cobalt is used in the treatment of Iron-deficiency anemia
Indications
Cobalt is primarily indicated in conditions like Iron deficiency anemia, and can also be given in adjunctive therapy as an alternative drug of choice in Diagnostic procedures.
Contraindications
Cobalt is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity to any component of product.
Side Effects
The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Cobalt are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Contact dermatitis.
Warnings
It should be used with caution in pregnancy and lactation. It should not be given to pediatrics and geriatrics patients. Stool testing is necessary before start of therapy.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to Pediatrics, and Geriatrics. If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
0.5 to 1.5 mg (1 (1)) As recommended. PO —
Child Dosage
No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Neonatal Dosage
No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Cobalt was found.
Storage
Cap, Oral soln Store . Protect from Sunlight, Moisture and Heat.
Available Brands in Pakistan
No active brands are currently recorded for this generic.
1 record is present but flagged "Unverified / Legacy" and excluded.