Side Effects
Cation by mouth, usually once daily or as directed. Follow all directions on the product package. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
If you are taking a brand that contains vitamin C, take this medication by mouth with a full glass of water (8 ounces/240 milliliters) unless your doctor directs you otherwise. If you are taking extended-release capsules, swallow them whole. Do not crush or chew extended-release capsules or tablets.
Also, do not split extended-release tablets unless they have a score line and your doctor or pharmacist tells you to do so. If you are taking a liquid product, use a medication-measuring device to carefully measure the dose. Some products that contain vitamin B12 need to be placed under the tongue and held there before swallowing.
Follow label directions carefully to get the most benefit. Take this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each da.
What Is In The Vitamin B Complex?
If a product contains the vitamin B complex, it should have some of each of the following: Vitamin B-1 – thiamin Vitamin B-1 is vital to the healthy growth and function of organs, including the brain and heart. Vitamin B-2 – riboflavin The body needs vitamin B-2 to break down fats and drugs. Vitamin B-3 – niacin The body needs niacin to maintain healthy skin, nerves, and digestion.
Vitamin B-7 – biotin Biotin is essential for healthy hair, nails, and nerve function. During pregnancy, folic acid may reduce the risk of certain birth defects. Vitamin B-12 – cobalamin The body’s nerve and blood cells require vitamin B-12.
Contents
E many different types of vitamin B. This section has information on: thiamin (vitamin B1)
riboflavin (vitamin B2)
niacin (vitamin B3)
pantothenic acid
vitamin B6
biotin (vitamin B7)
folate and folic acid
vitamin B.
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One of the advances that changed the way we look at vitamins was the discovery that too little folate is linked to birth defects such as spina bifida and anencephaly. Folate (Folic Acid) – Vitamin B9 Folate is the natural form of vitamin B9, water-soluble and naturally found in many foods. It is also added to foods and sold as a supplement in the form of folic acid; this form is actually better absorbed than that from food sources—85% vs. 50%, respectively.
Vitamin B6 Vitamin B6, or pyridoxine, is a water-soluble vitamin found naturally in many foods, as well as added to foods and supplements. The Nutrition Source does not recommend or endorse any product.