Metanx

Metanx

Combination of
L-methylfolate	vitamin
Pyridoxal 5'-phosphate	vitamin
Methylcobalamin	vitamin
Clinical data
AHFS/Drugs.com	monograph
Pregnancy cat.	?
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Metanx is a prescription medication made by Pamlab that contains L-methylfolate (vitamin B₉), methylcobalamin (vitamin B₁₂) and pyridoxal 5'-phosphate (vitamin B₆). It is a vitamin B supplement.

It is indicated for the treatment of endothelial dysfunction and hyperhomocysteinemia. In particular it has been shown to be an effective treatment for diabetic peripheral neuropathy^[1][2] and lower extremity ulcerations such as diabetic foot ulcers.^[3]

Metanx contains the following active ingredients (per tablet):

• L-methylfolate (Metafolin): 2.8 mg
• Pyridoxal 5'-phosphate: 25 mg
• Methylcobalamin: 2 mg

References

1. ^ Vascular Disease Management 2 (Suppl 6): 1S-9S. 2005. 
2. ^ Yaqub, Basim A, et al. (1992). "Effects of methylcobalamin on diabetic neuropathy". Clinical Neurology and Neurosurgery 94: 105–111. 
3. ^ Boykin JV, Baylis C (2006). "Homocysteine--A Stealth Mediator of Impaired Wound Healing: A Preliminary Study". Wounds 18 (4): 101–116. 

External links

• Metafolin.com

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