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Vitamin B complex

Indications

In physiologically demanding settings, vitamin B complex is recommended for preventative or therapeutic nutritional supplementation. Glossitis, stomatitis, cheilosis, and beriberi are examples of conditions that cause depletion or impaired absorption or bioavailability of critical B vitamins. In physiologically demanding settings, vitamin B complex is recommended for preventative or therapeutic nutritional supplementation. Glossitis, stomatitis, cheilosis, and beriberi are examples of conditions that cause depletion or impaired absorption or bioavailability of critical B vitamins.

Pharmacology

The most significant elements of the vitamin B group are present in pure form and in therapeutically adjusted amounts in the vitamin B complex. Vitamin B complex contains members of the vitamin B group, which are components of enzyme systems that regulate various stages of carbohydrate, lipid, and protein metabolism, with each component serving a unique biological function. Glossitis, stomatitis, cheilosis, polyneuritis, beriberi, pellagra, and corneal vascularization are all symptoms of B vitamin deficiency.

Dosage & Administration

Tablet/ capsule: the usual recommended dose is 1-2 tablets/capsule 3 times daily or as directed by the physician.

Syrup: 2-3 teaspoonfuls daily or as directed by the physician.

Injection: It is for intramuscular and intravenous administration. The usual recommended dose is 2 ml daily or as directed by the physician. In addition to Thiamine, Riboflavin, Nicotinamide, and Pyridoxine; the injectable dosage from contains D-Panthenol 5 mg.

Interaction

Levodopa’s efficacy in the treatment of parkinsonism can be reduced by as little as 5 mg of pyridoxine per day. As a result, Vitamin B complex is not advised for patients undergoing such treatment.

Contraindications

Patients who are allergic to any of the components of the vitamin-B complex should avoid taking it.

Side Effects

Specific vitamins and minerals have been linked to adverse effects, although at doses far higher than those seen in the Vitamin-B complex. At lesser concentrations, however, allergic and idiosyncratic reactions are possible. In certain patients, even at the prescribed dose, iron has been linked to gastrointestinal discomfort.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Vitamin B complex is safe to take throughout pregnancy and lactation.

Therapeutic Class

Specific combined vitamin preparations.

Pharmaceutical Name

Renata Limited