.Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.B_BloodAndBloodFormingOrgans.B03B_VitaminB12AndFolicAcid.B03BA01_Cyanocobalamin.Cyanocobalamin .Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.B_BloodAndBloodFormingOrgans.B03B_VitaminB12AndFolicAcid.B03BA01_Cyanocobalamin.Cyanocobalamin| name: | Cyanocobalamin |
| ATC code: | B03BA01 | route: | intramuscular |
| n-compartments | 2 |
Cyanocobalamin is a synthetic form of vitamin B12 used to treat and prevent vitamin B12 deficiency. It is essential for DNA synthesis, red blood cell maturation, and neurological function. It is approved and widely used today.
Pharmacokinetic parameters are reported for adult healthy volunteers after intramuscular and oral administration.
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