Metanx - Uses and Dosage

Metanx is a prescription medical food that contains active forms of B vitamins to nutritionally support nerve health in individuals with diabetic neuropathy.
Category
Prescription medication
Where to get
Available by prescription through healthcare providers and pharmacies.
Prepared by Lee Cheng, reviewed by Jane Cox

Metanx FAQ


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What is Metanx used for?

Metanx is indicated for the dietary management of peripheral neuropathy (i.e. DPN). Metanx contains the following active ingredients (per capsule):

Is Metanx a vitamin B supplement?

Metanx is a prescription medical food made by Alfasigma that contains L-methylfolate (as Metafolin, a calcium salt of vitamin B 9 ), methylcobalamin (vitamin B 12) and pyridoxal 5'-phosphate (vitamin B 6 ). It is a vitamin B supplement. Metanx is indicated for the dietary management of peripheral neuropathy (i.e. DPN).

What does Metanx ® look like?

Each METANX® capsule has an opaque caramel cap and opaque white body. It is imprinted with “Metanx” in red ink on the body. *Alfasigma USA, Inc. does not represent these product codes to be National Drug Codes (NDC).

What is the product code for Metanx?

METANX® Bottle of 90 Product Code # 00525-8049-90*. Use under medical supervision. METANX® Bottle of 180 Product Code # 00525-8049-18*. Use under medical supervision. Bottle of 6 Product Code #00525-8049-06* Professional samples. Not for sale. Each METANX® capsule has an opaque caramel cap and opaque white body.

What is Metanx ®?

METANX ®, a prescription medical food, is specially formulated to meet the nutritional needs of patients with diabetic nerve damage.

Is Metanx ® right for You?

METANX ® provides the nutrients needed to improve blood flow, which helps with nerve repair. METANX ® is prescribed by healthcare professionals and should be used under medical supervision. Please see your healthcare provider to determine if METANX ® is right for you. Heard the Radio Campaign?

What are the side effects of Metanx ®?

The side effects of METANX ® are about the same as those of a placebo (a pill or liquid with no active medicine). In rare cases, METANX ® may cause mild stomach upset or rash. You may have experienced recent changes to your prescription coverage that may have increased your cost at your local pharmacy.

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