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Dimercaprol

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The generic name of this medication is vitamin B complex and brand names are Surbex, Vicon-C, and Z-Bec.

The active ingredients of this medication is dimercaprol (INN) or British anti-Lewisite (abbreviated BAL).

This product is a combination of B vitamins used to treat or prevent vitamin deficiency due to poor diet, certain illnesses, alcoholism, or during pregnancy.

Common Uses:

This medication is used to treat or prevent vitamin deficiency due to poor diet, certain illnesses, alcoholism, or during pregnancy.

Off Label Uses:

None noted currently.

Side Effects:
Mild upset stomach or flushing.

Cautions / Warnings:

Not recommended in people with:
Allergic reactions to this medication or any of its ingredients;
Diabetes;
Liver problems;
Vitamin B12 deficiency (pernicious anemia).

Drug Interactions:
Altretamine;
Cisplatin;
Certain antibiotics (e.g., chloramphenicol);
Certain anti-seizure drugs (e.g., phenytoin);
Levodopa other vitamin/nutritional supplements.

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About BAL

The generic name of this medication is vitamin B complex and brand names are Surbex, Vicon-C, and Z-Bec. The active ingredients of this medication is dimercaprol (INN) or British anti-Lewisite (abbreviated BAL). This product is a combination of B vitamins used to treat or prevent vitamin deficiency due to poor diet, certain illnesses, alcoholism, or during pregnancy.

About Dimercaprol

Dimercaprol (INN) or British anti-Lewisite (abbreviated BAL), is a compound developed by British biochemists at Oxford University during World War II. It was developed secretly as an antidote for Lewisite, the now-obsolete arsenic-based chemical warfare agent. Today, it is used medically in treatment of arsenic, mercury and lead, and other heavy metal poisoning. In addition, it is used for the treatment of Wilson's disease, a genetic disorder in which the body tends to retain copper.

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