Thiamine (vitamin B₁) is a water-soluble B vitamin required for carbohydrate metabolism and normal nerve function. The 100 mg tablet is often used for treating or preventing thiamine deficiency (e.g. in malnutrition, alcoholism, malabsorption, certain metabolic conditions).
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Description
Thiamine (vitamin B₁) is a water-soluble B vitamin required for carbohydrate metabolism and normal nerve function. The 100 mg tablet is often used for treating or preventing thiamine deficiency (e.g. in malnutrition, alcoholism, malabsorption, certain metabolic conditions).
Prescription
In many countries, thiamine is available over the counter (as a vitamin supplement). However, in therapeutic (high-dose) use, it may be dispensed under medical supervision or prescription depending on local regulations.
Therapeutic Category
Vitamin / Nutritional supplement (Water-soluble vitamin)
Used therapeutically to correct vitamin B₁ deficiency (e.g. beriberi, Wernicke’s encephalopathy).
Active Ingredients / Composition
Vitamins
Yes — this is itself a vitamin (Vitamin B₁). No additional vitamins are inherently in the formulation (unless it’s a multivitamin combination product).
Minerals
None (not a source of dietary minerals).
Variant
Oral solid tablet, immediate-release (non-extended, unless a special sustained or slow release form).
Available in different strengths (e.g. 50 mg, 100 mg) and sometimes in combination with other B vitamins.
Consume Type
Oral — the tablet is swallowed (with or without food).
Directions / Usage
Common Side Effects
Thiamine is generally well tolerated. Side effects are rare, but may include:
Package Type
Tablets are usually packaged in blister packs or bottles. The exact size (number of tablets per pack) depends on the manufacturer.
Storage Advice
Safety Advice / Precautions
Product Substitutes
Other thiamine 100 mg tablets (generic brands)
Thiamine in multivitamin / B-complex formulations
Lower dose thiamine tablets (e.g. 50 mg) depending on need
Manufacturer / Marketer
This depends entirely on the brand in your country. Many pharmaceutical companies produce or market thiamine tablets under various brand names. (Not specified in the sources I searched.)
Country of Origin
Similarly, the country of origin depends on the manufacturer’s location for the specific brand you have. Thiamine as a generic is widely produced in many countries.
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