A Guide to Becosule Capsules: Types, Uses and Benefits!
Dr. Sneha Ganatra
November 04, 2020
Becosules are a multivitamin formulation by Pfizer that comprise Vitamin B complex, Vitamin C and Calcium pantothenate. Becosules capsules are easily available and are used to treat symptoms like diarrhoea, acne, gastrointestinal disorders, and mouth ulcers. These capsules are also useful for those on reduced diets. While you can obtain these over the counter without a doctor’s prescription, over dosage of Becosules can lead to side effects, and it is best to consult a doctor before you take them.
Alongside the regular Becosules strip, you’ll find variants such as Becosules Z and Becosules syrup at pharmacies. To know the significance of these and the top uses and benefits of Becosules, read on.
Becosules capsules: Composition
The formulation of these capsules can be described as B Complex with Vitamin C and Calcium pantothenate. Below is the exact composition of the elements used in Becosules capsules.
| Ingredient | Weight |
|---|---|
| Vitamin B9 (Folic acid) | 1.5mg |
| Vitamin B7 (Biotin) | 15mcg |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide) | 100mg |
| Calcium Pantothenate | 50mg |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) | 3mg |
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) | 150mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 10mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 10mg |
| Vitamin B7 (Biotin) | 100mcg |
Becosules capsules: Benefits and uses
The main components of these capsulesare B Complex, Vitamin C and Calcium Pantothenate. B Complex promotes cell health, eyesight, digestion, growth of RBCs, nerve function, cardiovascular health, hormone production, brain function. Accordingly, B Complex is beneficial to a lot of people, including those who are pregnant, ill, and suffer from a deficient diet.
Vitamin C, on the other hand, is used to form collagen, repair tissues, heal wounds, make skin and more. It improves the production of WBCs (white blood cells), boosts immunity, helps memory and thinking and may even help manage high blood pressure and reduce heart disease.
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Calcium Pantothenate is used to treat osteoporosis and hypocalcaemia and combined with other vitamins to address cholesterol and vitamin deficiency.
Keeping in mind these benefits, here are 10 top Becosules capsules uses you should know of. Becosules are used to treat, control, improve, or prevent:
- Acne and scurvy
- Hair fall and greying
- Cardiovascular disease
- Anaemia and weight management
- Diarrhoea
- Vitamin and calcium deficiency
- Unusual dietary intake
- Chronic gastrointestinal disorders
- Neuralgia and arthritis
- Muscle cramps and spasms
Becosules are also used during recovery from surgery for those with diabetes mellitus, and during pregnancy, when the nutrition demands may be more. However, it is best that you consult a doctor before consuming Becosules if pregnant.
Becosules Z capsules: Composition
Becosules Z is similar to Becosules and, as indicated by the name, the difference here is the addition of a small amount of zinc. Below is the composition of Becosules Z:
| Ingredient | Weight |
|---|---|
| Vitamin B9 (Folic acid) | 1.5mg |
| Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin) | 15mcg |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide) | 100mg |
| Calcium Pantothenate | 50mg |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) | 3mg |
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) | 150mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 10mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) | 10mg |
| Vitamin B7 (Biotin) | 100mcg |
| Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate | 41.4mg |
Becosules Z capsules: Benefits and uses
Since Becosules Z contain all that regular capsules do, the benefits pertaining to Vitamin B, such as promotion of muscle function and cardiovascular health remain the same. Similarly, the benefits of the antioxidant Vitamin C, such as improved iron absorption and immunity, are the same.
However, here the advantage is in the additional amount of Zinc. Zinc is an essential mineral and important for immunity, protein and DNA synthesis, healing of wounds, growth of the body and enzymatic functions. It also helps the WBCs respond to infection and can help you keep colds at bay.
The uses of Becosules Z are similar to those of Becosules, such as for healthy skin, prevention of anaemia, fatigue reduction, and to maintain the overall health and immunity. However, your doctor may prescribe Becosules Z to you if you exhibit a need for the zinc component.
Becosules syrup: Composition
Becosules syrup is commonly available in strengths of 60ML and 120ML and has the following composition:
| Ingredient | Weight |
|---|---|
| Thiamine Hydrochloride | 2mg |
| Riboflavin Sodium Phosphate | 2.54mg |
| Pyridoxine Hydrochloride | 2mg |
| Niacinamide | 20mg |
| D-panthenol | 6mg |
| Ascorbic acid | 75mg |
Becosules syrup: uses
Like Becosules and Becosules Z, top Becosules syrup uses include treatment, prevention, improvement, or control of several ailments such as:
- Migraines
- Skin disorders
- High cholesterol
- Thiamine deficiency
- Arthritis
Even as Becosules capsules and syrup have a wide range of benefits and uses, it is important to note that ill use of the medicine can cause side effects to surface. These include headaches, dry hair, excessive thirst, rash and in rare cases gout and liver issues. So, its advisable to ingest Becosules only after a consultation with a doctor.
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