Riboflavine 5 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 0.28 (500's pack: ৳ 140.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Riboflavin |
| Company | Pharmadesh laboratories ltd |
Indications
- Prevent and treat deficiencies of vitamin B2
- Cheilosis
- Angular stomatitis
- Glossitis
- Keratitis
- Seborrhoeic dermatitis
Pharmacology
- Easily absorbed water-soluble micronutrient
- Supports energy production
- Aids in metabolizing fats, carbohydrates, and proteins
- Required for red blood cell formation and respiration
- Antibody production
- Regulates human growth and reproduction
- Essential for healthy skin, nails, and hair growth
- Regulates thyroid activity
- Helps prevent or treat eye disorders
- Binds to riboflavin hydrogenase, riboflavin kinase, and riboflavin synthase
- Precursor of flavin mononucleotide (FMN) and flavin adenine dinucleotide (FAD)
- Antioxidant activity derived from its role as a precursor of FAD
Dosage & Administration
- 5-30 mg of riboflavin daily for treating low levels of riboflavin in adults
- 400 mg of riboflavin per day for preventing migraine headaches
- Approximately 2.6 mg of riboflavin for preventing cataracts
Interaction
- Drying medications (Anticholinergic drugs)
- Medications for depression (Tricyclic antidepressants)
- Phenobarbital
- Probenecid
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Riboflavin
Side Effects
- Might cause urine to turn yellow-orange color
- High doses might cause diarrhea and increase in urine
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Likely safe for pregnant or breastfeeding women when taken in recommended amounts
Precautions & Warnings
- Non-toxic
- No established warnings or precautions
Therapeutic Class
- Vitamin-B preparations
Storage Conditions
- Store at a cool and dry place
- Protect from light