Thiamine Description

Generic Name : THIAMINE

Pronunciation : (thye' a min)

Trade Name(s) : Berin, Betabion, Beneuron

Why it is prescribed: Thiamine is a vitamin used by the body to break down sugars in the diet. The medication helps correct nerve and heart problems that occur when a person's diet does not contain enough thiamine. It also is used to treat alcoholism, stomach or bowel diseases, and numbness or tingling in the feet and legs associated with pregnancy.

When it is to be taken: Thiamine is usually taken three times a day with meals. If you have a thiamine deficiency, your doctor may prescribe thiamine for one month or more. Follow the instructions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor to explain any part that you do not understand.

How it should be taken: Thiamine comes in the form of tablets. Your prescription label tells you how much to take at each dose.

Special Instruction :
1. Although you do not need a prescription for this drug, take it only on the advice of your doctor.
2. Do not stop taking thiamine until your doctor tells you to do so.
3. Special dietary instructions should be followed. Your doctor may suggest that you eat more potatoes, whole-grain cereals and breads, meats, peas, beans, and nuts to increase the thiamine in your diet.
4. If you forget to take a dose, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it and then resume your regular medication schedule.

Side Effects : Thiamine tablets usually do not cause any side effects.

Other Precautions :
1. Thiamine may increase the effects of certain drugs used to relax muscles during surgery. If you are planning to have surgery, tell the doctor that you are taking thiamine.
2. If you have had a bad reaction (skin reaction, difficulty swallowing, or difficulty breathing) to thiamine in the past, tell your doctor before taking it.

Storage Conditions :
1. Keep this medication in the container it came in and out of the reach of children.
2. Store it at room temperature.