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Hydroxocobalamin – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: CYANOKIT

Strength: 5 g | Form: Solution For Injection

Price in UAE: AED 6330.00

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Hydroxocobalamin

Class: | Vitamin B12 analog, Antidote Use: | Treatment of cyanide poisoning Adult dose: | 5 g IV over 15 minutes; may repeat with an additional 5 g if needed Pediatric dose: | 70 mg/kg IV (up to a maximum of 5 g) over 15 minutes; may repeat with an additional 70 mg/kg if needed Side effects: | Flushing, rash, pruritus, nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness Contraindications: | Hypersensitivity to hydroxocobalamin or any component of the formulation Storage: | Store at 20-25°C (68-77°

Drug Class

Vitamin B12 analog, Antidote

Uses & Indications

Treatment of cyanide poisoning

Storage Requirements

Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F); protect from light; do not freeze

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: SERB SA, BELGIUM

Package Size

1 Vial + 1 sterile transfer device + 1 sterile intravenous infusion set + 1 sterile short catheter

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 6330.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

5 g IV over 15 minutes; may repeat with an additional 5 g if needed

Pediatric Dose

70 mg/kg IV (up to a maximum of 5 g) over 15 minutes; may repeat with an additional 70 mg/kg if needed

Side Effects

Flushing, rash, pruritus, nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to hydroxocobalamin or any component of the formulation

Important Warnings

May cause transient hypertension; monitor blood pressure during administration; use caution in patients with renal impairment or those receiving other medications that may affect blood pressure.

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Hydroxocobalamin available in UAE pharmacies:

CEFAVIT B12 DEPOT 1 mg/ml Solution For Injection CYANOKIT 5 g Solution For Injection CYANOKIT 5 g Solution For Injection HYDROXOCOBALAMIN 1 mg/ml Solution For Injection HYDROXOCOBALAMIN 1 mg/ml Solution For Injection

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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