Patient leaflet - VITAMIN B COMPOUND TABLETS BPC
3. How to take these tablets
The tablets should be swallowed with a drink of water.
If this medicine has been given to you by your doctor, he/she will decide what dose you need to take. Always
The usual doses are as follows:
Adults, the elderly and children over 12 years:
Take one to three tablets daily.
The tablets are not recommended for children under 12 years.
If you take more tablets than you should
If you have taken more tablets than you should, speak to your doctor or pharmacist straightaway. Take your tablets or the pack with you.
If you forget to take your tablets
If you miss a dose don’t worry. Miss this dose and carry on with the normal routine.
4. Possible side effects
5. How to store these tablets
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Do not store above 25°C. Store in the original container.
Keep container tightly closed.
Do not use the tablets after the expiry date shown on the label.
Take any left over back to your pharmacist to be destroyed.
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Vitamin B Compound Tablets BPC
For oral use. Swallow with a drink of water. Adults, the elderly and children over 12 years: Take one to three tablets daily, or as instructed by your doctor. Not recommended for use in children under 12 years. Each tablet contains: nicotinamide 15mg, thiamine hydrochloride 1mg, riboflavin 1mg. Also contains lactose. Read all
take the tablets exactly as the doctor has told you. The dose will be on the pharmacist’s label. If you are not sure, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Carry on taking them for as long as you have been told unless you have any problems. In that case, check with your doctor.
Vitamin B Tablets are suitable for most people and side effects do not usually occur with these tablets.
If you notice any unwanted effects please go and see your doctor.
(nicotinamide, thiamine and riboflavin)
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Patient Information Leaflet
Vitamin B Compound Tablets BPC
(nicotinamide, thiamine hydrochloride and riboflavin)
Read the leaflet carefully and keep it in case you want to read it again.
Do not share medicines with other people.
If any of the side effects get serious, or if you have any other questions, speak to your doctor or pharmacist.
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1. What these tablets are and what they are used for
These tablets contain three vitamins as the active ingredients. These are nicotinamide, thiamine hydrochloride and riboflavin (Vitamins B3, B1 and B2). Vitamins are essential nutrients for the body.
These tablets are used to prevent Vitamin B deficiencies, as a nutritional supplement in the elderly and to help your recovery after illness or surgery.
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2. Before you take these tablets
Do not take these tablets if:
- You know you are allergic to the active ingredients or to any of the other ingredients (these are listed in section 6)
You must be especially careful if:
You have an intolerance to some sugars. These tablets contain small amounts of lactose.
Discuss your treatment with your doctor before taking this medicine if any of the above applies to you.
Taking other medicines
Always tell your doctor or pharmacist about all the medicines you are taking including other vitamin supplements. This means medicines you have bought yourself as well as those you have on prescription from your doctor.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
No problems have been reported, however, as with all medicines you should check with your doctor before taking this medicine.
Driving and using machinery
Vitamin B Tablets should not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.