Epalrestat + Methylcobalamin

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia

Reviewed By Dr. Varun Gupta

Last updated 18 Feb 2020 | 11:54 AM (UTC)

Epalrestat + Methylcobalamin Uses

Epalrestat+Methylcobalamin is used in the treatment of Diabetic nerve pain.

How Epalrestat + Methylcobalamin works

Epalrestat + Methylcobalamin is a combination of two medicines: Epalrestat and methylcobalamin which treat diabetic nerve disease. Epalrestat is an aldose reductase inhibitor. It blocks the accumulation of sorbitol in cells, which has been related in causing diabetic nerve disease. Methylcobalamin is a form of vitamin B which helps in the production of myelin, a substance that protects nerve fibers and rejuvenates damaged nerve cells.

Common side effects of Epalrestat + Methylcobalamin

Nausea, Vomiting, Increased liver enzymes

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Medicine brands for Epalrestat + Methylcobalamin

Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹86 to ₹236

2 variant(s)

Alrista Plus

Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹250 to ₹250

1 variant(s)

Epalrica-M

Ordain Health Care Global Pvt Ltd

₹302 to ₹302

1 variant(s)

Mepal

KMS Health Center Pvt Ltd

₹143 to ₹143

1 variant(s)

Renuron-EPS

Human Biolife India Pvt Ltd

Chemo Healthcare Pvt Ltd

₹339 to ₹339

1 variant(s)

Epalrest-M

Johnlee Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹156 to ₹156

1 variant(s)

Zepler M

Zeuson Medicines Pvt Ltd

₹218 to ₹218

1 variant(s)

Expert advice for Epalrestat + Methylcobalamin

Take it only as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.
Adherence to antidiabetic therapy can delay the onset of or prevent diabetic nerve disease.
Inform your doctor if you have:
- Cut or sore on your feet that is infectious or not healing
- Burning or tingling sensation in arm or feet that hamper your routine activities
- Trouble in digestion, urination, or sexual functioning
- Dizziness
To prevent diabetic nerve pain, wear proper footwear and examine your feet every day to detect lesions early.
Monitor your blood sugar level regularly.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.