Vitamin B1
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What is Vitamin B1?
Vitamin B1 is vitamin B1. Vitamins are naturally occurring substances necessary for many processes in the body. Thiamine is important in the breakdown of carbohydrates (sugars) in the foods we eat into products needed by the body.
Vitamin B1 is used to prevent and to treat deficiencies of thiamine.
Vitamin B1 may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
What is the most important information I should know about Vitamin B1?
Do not take more Vitamin B1 than is prescribed for you or than is directed on the package.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Vitamin B1?
Before taking Vitamin B1, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care professional if you have any other medical conditions, allergies, or if you take other medicines or other herbal/health supplements.
Vitamin B1 is in the FDA pregnancy category A. This means that thiamine is considered to be safe for use during pregnancy. Talk to your doctor before taking thiamine if you are pregnant.
It is not known whether Vitamin B1 passes into breast milk. Do not take thiamine without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding.
How should I take Vitamin B1?
Take Vitamin B1 exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
Take each dose with a full glass of water.
Do not take more Vitamin B1 than is prescribed for you or than is directed on the package.
Store Vitamin B1 at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention.
Symptoms of a Vitamin B1 overdose may include a feeling of warmth, weakness, sweating, nausea, restlessness, difficulty breathing, tightness of the throat, bluish colored skin, and death.
What should I avoid while taking Vitamin B1?
There are no restrictions on food, beverages, or activities while taking Vitamin B1 unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
What are the possible side effects of Vitamin B1?
Stop taking Vitamin B1 and seek emergency medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives).
Other side effects may also occur. Talk to your doctor if you experience
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What other drugs will affect Vitamin B1?
It is not known whether other drugs will interact with Vitamin B1. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines or herbal/health supplements.
Where can I get more information?
Your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider may have more information about Vitamin B1.
Consultation with a licensed health care professional is advisable before using any herbal/health supplement. Additionally, consultation with a practitioner trained in the uses of herbal/health supplements may be beneficial and coordination of treatment among all health care providers involved may be advantageous. Remember, keep this and all other prescription drug products, over-the-counter drug products, and herbal/health supplements out of the reach of children.
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