What is Thiamine?
Vitamin B1 can also be called thiamine. Vitamin B1 can be found in cereals, grains, meats, beans, peas, nuts, and legumes. Vitamin B1 plays a vital role in the conversion of carbohydrates into the products the body needs.Thiamine can be used to prevent or treat vitamin deficiencies. Thiamine injections are used to treat Beriberi, a serious condition that is caused by a prolonged lack of vitamin A.
Oral thiamine is available without prescription. Injectable thiamine can only be administered by a healthcare professional.This medication guide does not list all possible uses for thiamine.
Side effects of Thiamine
If you experience any of the following symptoms of an allergic reaction, seek immediate medical attention: hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of your lips, face, tongue, or throat.
If you experience a severe adverse reaction, such as:
- Blue-coloured lips
- Are You Feeling Short of Breath and Chest Pain
- Black, bloody, or tarry stool;
- Vomit or blood that looks like coffee grounds
Some of the less serious side effects include:
- Nausea, a feeling of tightness in the throat
- Feeling warm or sweaty
- Mild rash, or itching.
- Feeling restless or agitated?
- Tenderness or a lumpy feeling where the thiamine was injected
There may be other side effects. For medical advice regarding side effects, call your physician. To report them anonymously to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Warnings
If you've ever experienced an allergic reaction, then thiamine should be avoided.Before taking thiamine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following apply: you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have a medical condition, you take any other medications or herbal products, or you're allergic to drugs or food.Tell your doctor about kidney disease before you receive injections of thiamine.
Thiamine may be part of a comprehensive treatment programme that includes a special diet. You should strictly follow the diet prescribed by your doctor or nutritionist. To help you control your condition, it is important to become familiar with the foods that you should or should not eat.
Before you take this drug
If you've ever experienced an allergic reaction, then thiamine should be avoided.If you are unsure if Vitamin B1 is right for you, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
- You have other medical conditions.
- You take other medicines or herbal products.
- You are allergic to drugs or food.
Tell your doctor about kidney disease if you want to be sure that you can receive injectable thiamine safely.
Thiamine does not harm a developing baby. You may need a different thiamine dosage during pregnancy. You should not take thiamine unless you have been advised by your doctor that you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
There is no way to know if thiamine will pass into breast milk. You may need a different dose while nursing. You should not take thiamine unless you have consulted your doctor if you're breastfeeding a child.
How to take Thiamine?
Do not exceed the recommended dosage or duration. Use the recommended dose and do not exceed it.Injectable thiamine is injected directly into the muscle. You may be taught how to inject at home. You should not inject this medicine yourself if you don't know how to properly give an injection or dispose of used needles.If the color of the medication has changed or if there are particles in it, do not use it. You can call your doctor to get a new prescription.
As you age, the recommended daily intake of thiamine will increase. Please follow the instructions of your healthcare provider. For more information, you can consult the "Dietary Reference Intakes" of the National Academy of Sciences or the U.S. Department of Agriculture (formerly the "Recommended Daily Amounts" or RDA listings).
Thiamine may be part of a comprehensive treatment programme that includes a special diet. You should follow the diet created by your doctor or nutritionist. To help you control your condition, it is important to become familiar with the foods that you should or should not eat.Store away from moisture, heat, and light at room temperature.
What happens if I miss the dose?
As soon as you realize you missed a dose, take it immediately. If your next scheduled dosage is approaching, skip the missed dose. You should not take extra medicine to compensate for a missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Call 1-800-222-1222 for poison help or seek immediate medical attention.
What should be avoided?
If your doctor prescribes any restrictions regarding food, beverage, or activity, follow their instructions.
Interaction with other drug
Other drugs can also interact with thiamine. Inform your doctor of all the medications you take. Included are prescription, over-the-counter, herbal, vitamin, and vitamin products. Never start a new medicine without consulting your doctor.