Thiamin Tablet

Composition of Thiamin Tablet

Thiamin Tablet contains Benfotiamine (100mg). It belongs to the B-complex vitamin class of medicines.

Uses of Thiamin Tablet

Treatment of Nutritional deficiencies

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Nutritional deficiencies THIAmin Tablet helps treat low levels of thiamine in the body and its associated conditions such as heart and nerve-related disorders. Take it in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor for maximum benefits.

How Thiamin Tablet works

THIAmin Tablet is a form of vitamin B1 (thiamine) that helps the body convert food into energy. It works by increasing the levels of thiamine in the body, which is essential for the proper function of nerves, muscles, and the heart.

How to take Thiamin Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. THIAmin Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of THIAmin Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine is unlikely to cause serious harm, because the body passes surplus B vitamins out in the urine. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Thiamin Tablet

Most side effects of Thiamin are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Thiamin Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Tingling, numbness or burning in the hands and feet should be assessed by a doctor rather than self-treated — a supplement does not address the cause. Folic acid can mask a vitamin B12 deficiency while nerve damage continues, so B12 should be checked before taking folic acid long term. Bright yellow urine after a B-complex dose is expected and harmless.

Do not take Thiamin if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack.

Interactions with other medicines

Long-term metformin, acid-reducing medicines and some anti-epileptics lower B12 or folate levels. Tell your doctor if you take levodopa, as vitamin B6 can reduce its effect.

How to store Thiamin Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Thiamin Tablet

THIAmin Tablet is used to improve the level of vitamin B1. You can also include vitamin B1-rich food in your diet like legumes, nuts, seeds, fortified grain products such as bread, cereal, pasta, rice, flour, meat and fish. Inform your doctor if you are experiencing any kind of allergic reactions or skin irritations after taking THIAmin Tablet. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

EXELTIS ORDAIN HEALTH CARE

Therapeutic class:

VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS

Drug class:

B-complex vitamin

Chemical class:

Natural thiamine congeners