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Drug information on AHB-15 (Adenosylcobalamin) from Bestochem Formulations (India) Ltd.

AHB-15   Softgel capsule Bestochem Formulations (India) Ltd. Generic : Adenosylcobalamin	69.70 500mcg/5mg/50mg 10

Written & Compiled by Pharmacist Pallavi Singh, M. Pharmacy (Pharmacy Practice)

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Simi Paknikar, MD

Last Updated on May 02, 2018

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• The side-effects of adenosylcobalamin may include the following:


•  General: Fever, low blood potassium levels

•  Allergic reaction: Rash, itching, swelling under the skin, possible anaphylactic shock

•  Digestive tract: Mild transient diarrhea, nausea, vomiting

•  Nervous system: Tingling and numbness, headache, dizziness

•  Blood: Polycythemia vera (increased production of red blood cells by the bone marrow)

•  Heart: Congestive heart failure, low blood pressure, fluid accumulation in the lungs

•  Eyes: Vision problems

• The recommended dose for adenosylcobalamin varies depending on the patient’s physiological condition and whether it is used for preventive purpose or for treatment of vitamin B12 deficiency.

• Adenosylcobalamin should be taken orally before or after food intake.
• It is usually available as a combination with other supplements.
• Lozenges or sublingual tablets should be allowed to dissolve in the mouth.

• Allergic to adenosylcobalamin .

• Patients with intestinal disorders, vitamin B12 malabsorption syndrome, and surgical removal of intestinal organs may not be able to absorb adenosylcobalamin.
• Blood tests may be advised before and after a few months of treatment to document a good response to treatment.

Inform your doctor in the following situations:

• Impaired kidney or liver function
• Iron and folic acid deficiency along with vitamin B1 deficiency
• Leber’s disease
• Pregnant and breastfeeding women

Adenosylcobalamin may interact with

• Chloramphenicol
• Methotrexate
• Pyrimethamine
• Cholestyramine
• Colchicine
• Heavy alcohol intake

• Adenosylcobalamin should be stored as advised by the labelling.
• Protect from excess heat and light.
• Keep out of reach of children.