dexpanthenol + nicotinamide + pyridoxine + riboflavin + thiamine at a glance
Medicine class
Water-soluble vitamin B complex
Licensed use
Prevention and treatment of vitamin B-complex deficiency
Form
Oral syrup containing sorbitol and hydroxybenzoate preservatives
Key interaction
Pyridoxine can reduce the effectiveness of levodopa given without a decarboxylase inhibitor
What is dexpanthenol + nicotinamide + pyridoxine + riboflavin + thiamine used for?
This product is licensed for vitamin B-complex deficiency.
Prevention of vitamin B-complex deficiency
Treatment of vitamin B-complex deficiency
How does dexpanthenol + nicotinamide + pyridoxine + riboflavin + thiamine work?
The ingredients support complementary metabolic pathways and replace B-vitamin substances when intake or body stores are inadequate.
How to take dexpanthenol + nicotinamide + pyridoxine + riboflavin + thiamine
Swallow the syrup as directed on its label or by the prescriber. Measure it with an appropriate oral-medicine measure, not a kitchen teaspoon. It does not need to be taken with food.
Check the label carefully because instructions differ by age and reason for treatment.
Tell a pharmacist or prescriber if you have an intolerance to some sugars because the syrup contains sorbitol.
dexpanthenol + nicotinamide + pyridoxine + riboflavin + thiamine side effects
Get urgent medical advice
- Severe allergic reaction, including sudden facial, mouth or throat swelling or difficulty breathing
dexpanthenol + nicotinamide + pyridoxine + riboflavin + thiamine in pregnancy
The product information considers it safe when used as directed, but pregnancy alone is not a reason to start it. Ask a pharmacist, midwife or prescriber to confirm a deficiency-related need and avoid duplication with pregnancy supplements.
dexpanthenol + nicotinamide + pyridoxine + riboflavin + thiamine while breastfeeding
The product information considers it safe when used as directed during breastfeeding. Check with a pharmacist or prescriber, particularly if taking other supplements or following a restricted diet.
dexpanthenol + nicotinamide + pyridoxine + riboflavin + thiamine interactions
Check all medicines and supplements to avoid duplication and the recognised pyridoxine–levodopa interaction.
Levodopa
Pyridoxine may reduce the effectiveness of levodopa used alone. Carbidopa or benserazide protects against this effect, so check the exact Parkinson’s product before use.
Common questions about dexpanthenol + nicotinamide + pyridoxine + riboflavin + thiamine
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What is Vigranon-B used for?
It is licensed to prevent and treat vitamin B-complex deficiency.
Is Vigranon-B a multivitamin?
It is a B-vitamin combination, not a complete multivitamin, because it does not provide every vitamin or mineral.
Does Vigranon-B treat tiredness?
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