About thiamine
Vitamin B1 supplement
Used for
- Treats or prevents thiamine deficiency
- Used for deficiency-related nerve and heart problems
Usual adult dose
Commonly 25–100 mg once daily; deficiency treatment may require higher doses prescribed by a clinician.
Usual dose in children
Dose depends on age and reason for treatment; prescribed by a clinician.
Common side effects
- Nausea or stomach discomfort
- Rare allergic reactions, including rash or swelling
Important warnings
- Seek urgent help for severe allergic symptoms.
- Treatment of serious deficiency may require injections and medical supervision.
Pregnancy
Generally considered safe at recommended doses; higher doses should be medically supervised.
Breastfeeding
Generally considered compatible at recommended doses.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.