Thiamine Sterop
Thiamine Sterop is a vitamin B1 medication used to treat and prevent vitamin B1 deficiency, such as in beriberi and Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome.
Form
injektioneste, liuos
Strength
50 mg/ml
Active Ingredient
Thiamine hydrochloride
Manufacturer
Laboratoires Sterop NV
How to Use
Dosage
The typical dosage for treatment is 10 to 20 mg, given three times a day for up to two weeks, or as directed by your doctor.
Method
This medicine is given as an injection into a muscle or slowly into a vein by a healthcare professional.
Important
Your doctor will determine your maximum daily dose. In severe conditions, doses can be up to 750 mg given three times a day.
Possible Side Effects
RARE
- •Allergic reactions, such as difficulty breathing, itching, shock, or stomach pain. These may start with sneezing or temporary itching.
- •Pain at the injection site.
- •Skin inflammation at the injection site (contact dermatitis).
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to thiamine or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Tell your doctor if you have had a mild allergic reaction to thiamine before, as you could have a more serious reaction.
- The injection must be given slowly into a vein (over at least 30 minutes) to avoid severe reactions.
- If you have kidney problems, your doctor will monitor you closely.