Name Cobalt Gluconate
Classes Nutritional Supplement
Mineral and Electrolyte
Diseases Mineral Insufficieny

Cobalt Gluconate

Cobalt is an essential trace element. It is a component of vitamin B12 and is consequently required for cellular function. It also plays a role in the creation of red blood cells as well as antibacterial and antiviral substances that keep infections away.

Cobalt gluconate is indicated in Cobalt deficiency.

The average adult intake of cobalt is 5 to 8 microgram per day.

Cobalt preparations at recommended dosage is safe. However, if taken at a higher dose for long amount of time, the following side effects may appear.

  • Cardiac problems
  • Hearing loss
  • Vision loss

Consult your health professional.

Contraindication

Contraindicated in patients hypersensitive to any component of the formulation.

There is no known contraindications of cobalt gluconate in terms of food and drinks.