About thiamine hydrochlo ride
Vitamin B1 (thiamine)
Used for
- Treating or preventing thiamine deficiency
- Treating beriberi and Wernicke encephalopathy
- Providing thiamine when oral treatment is not possible
Usual adult dose
Commonly 100 mg by injection daily; severe deficiency may need higher doses under medical supervision.
Usual dose in children
Dose is weight-based and depends on the condition; given under medical supervision.
Common side effects
- Injection-site pain or irritation
- Nausea
- Itching or rash
- Rare severe allergic reaction
Important warnings
- Rarely causes serious allergic reactions, especially with injection.
- Intravenous use requires appropriate clinical supervision.
- Dose and duration depend on the cause and severity of deficiency.
Pregnancy
Thiamine is used during pregnancy when needed; injectable treatment should be directed by a healthcare professional.
Breastfeeding
Thiamine is compatible with breastfeeding when used as prescribed.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.