What You Need To Know About Neuropathy

6/28/16



I was at the Neuropathy Awareness Campaign of Merck Inc., Philippines last June 27, 2016 at the Market!Market Activity Center and it was only then that I learned I am suffering from nerve damage. The campaign is on its 3rd year of raising awareness for nerve care. This year's theme is "Helping True Heroes".

According to Ms. Debbie Go, Head of Marketing for Merck Consumer Health, "True Heroes are everyday people who push their own boundaries and go the extra mile for the benefit of others." Merck and Neurobion want to make sure that these Filipino heroes are capable of doing extraordinary tasks with healthy nerves.

What You Need To Know About Neuropathy

Five years ago, I was taking 1,500 mg of Metformin a day. I had to deal with the side effects for a year. Imagine having a bad headache and diarrhea every single day. I usually stay at home because of the discomfort. I lost a few kilos. I look sick. I gradually stop the medication and looked for a healthier option. I wasn't aware that there is another side effect -- nerve damage.

I remember feeling a burning sensation on my palms and I can't explain why. It went on for a few days and I was really worried something might be wrong with me. I also noticed that I have been having difficulty opening twist cap bottles. And my grip of the tennis racket is weak. I didn't know anything about neuropathy until Dr. Bien Matawaran explained the symptoms at the event.

The Causes
  • diabetes
  • B12 deficiency
  • high alcohol level in the body
  • taking metformin
  • insufficient sleep
  • injury
  • toxins
  • smoking
  • cancer
  • vegetarians


The Symptoms
  • tingling sensation
  • numbness
  • pricking pain
  • cramps
  • burning sensation
  • muscle weakness in the hands and feet

What You Can Do

It is very important to have a healthy lifestyle. Allow your body to repair itself by having sufficient sleep. Avoid alcoholic drinks and give up smoking. Make sure you have a proper diet. Eat food rich in B vitamins. Also consider taking clinically proven B Vitamins.


Neurobion is trusted by doctors worldwide to provide you with an optimum balance of Vitamin B1, B6 and B12. Vitamin B1 strengthen the nerves, B6 improves the transmission of nerve impulses and B12 protects and restores damaged nerves. 

Don't wait until your nerve's damage become irreparable. Nourish your body with the world's No. 1 B vitamins.  To know more about Neurobion , visit https://www.facebook.com/NeurobionPhilippines/